Madison County's 2026 population is estimated at 22,978, reflecting a 1.38% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Madison County is the 75th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 20,798 and has grown 10.48% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.5 years
Female: 45.8 years
Male: 42.8 years
There are 18,094 adults, (5,079 of whom are seniors) in Madison County.
Female: 10,972 (50.2%)
Male: 10,895 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Madison County includes 91.63% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,036 | 91.63% |
| Two or more races | 1,242 | 5.68% |
| Black or African American | 239 | 1.09% |
| Other race | 214 | 0.98% |
| Asian | 107 | 0.49% |
| Native American | 21 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.04% |
Madison County 's average per capita income is $44,488. Household income levels show a median of $58,531. The poverty rate stands at 12.12%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,425 | - |
| Families | $81,184 | $105,839 |
| Households | $58,531 | $84,172 |
| Non Families | $26,600 | $41,923 |
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