Davidson County's 2026 population is estimated at 183,653, reflecting a 1.62% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Davidson County is the 17th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 162,841 and has grown 12.78% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.2 years
Female: 42.9 years
Male: 41.6 years
There are 135,478 adults, (32,898 of whom are seniors) in Davidson County.
Female: 87,941 (50.8%)
Male: 85,013 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Davidson County includes 77.46% White, 9.31% Black or African American, 3.18% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 133,972 | 77.46% |
| Black or African American | 16,096 | 9.31% |
| Two or more races | 14,341 | 8.29% |
| Other race | 5,496 | 3.18% |
| Asian | 2,667 | 1.54% |
| Native American | 373 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 9 | 0.01% |
Davidson County 's average per capita income is $45,601. Household income levels show a median of $64,172. The poverty rate stands at 12.85%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,742 | $112,439 |
| Families | $80,702 | $97,652 |
| Households | $64,172 | $84,156 |
| Non Families | $36,691 | $53,646 |
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