Greensboro, NC Census Data
The 3rd largest city in North Carolina by population · 22 cities ranked
Greensboro is the 3rd largest city in North Carolina by population and ranks 16th of 22 for median household income. With 298,564 residents, its poverty rate of 18.4% ranks among the higher rates in North Carolina. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
298,564
46.2% male · 53.8% female
Median Age
34.1
4.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$58,884
$19,654 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
39.9%
4.9% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.1%
Poverty Rate
18.4%
6.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.1%
Broadband Access
94.4%
4.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$221,300
Median rent: $1,114 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor force participation: 62.1%
Per Capita Income
$35,818
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.4%
Disability rate: 11.8%
How Greensboro Compares to Other North Carolina Cities
Rankings among all 22 North Carolina cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 3rd of 22 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 16th of 22 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 22 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 13th of 22 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 15th of 22 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Greensboro, NC Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Greensboro, NC?
The population of Greensboro, NC is 298,564 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.1 years.
What is the median household income in Greensboro?
The median household income in Greensboro, NC is $58,884, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,818.
What is the poverty rate in Greensboro?
The poverty rate in Greensboro, NC is 18.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Greensboro residents have a college degree?
39.9% of adults (25+) in Greensboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Greensboro?
The median home value in Greensboro, NC is $221,300. Median rent is $1,114 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Greensboro?
Greensboro's population is 40.4% White, 42.2% Black, 10.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Greensboro rank among North Carolina cities?
Greensboro is the 3rd largest city in North Carolina by population, the 16th highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 13th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 22 ranked North Carolina cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Greensboro?
The unemployment rate in Greensboro, NC is 5.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.1%. Per capita income is $35,818.
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