Waco is a town located in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Waco has a 2026 population of 316. Waco is currently growing at a rate of 0.32% annually and its population has increased by 1.94% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 310 in 2020.
The median age in Waco is 58.8 years: 66.2 years for males, and 55.4 years for females. For every 100 females there are 87.9 males.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 58.8 years
Female: 55.4 years
Male: 66.2 years
There are 155 adults, (73 of whom are seniors) in Waco.
Female: 91 (53.2%)
Male: 80 (46.8%)
The racial composition of Waco includes 91.23% White, 4.68% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 156 | 91.23% |
| Black or African American | 8 | 4.68% |
| Two or more races | 7 | 4.09% |