Nash County's 2026 population is estimated at 100,378, reflecting a 1.2% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Nash County is the 31st largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 95,819 and has grown 4.76% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.5 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 39 years
There are 75,006 adults, (18,623 of whom are seniors) in Nash County.
Female: 49,784 (51.7%)
Male: 46,432 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Nash County includes 47.82% White, 40.18% Black or African American, 5.23% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 46,014 | 47.82% |
| Black or African American | 38,655 | 40.18% |
| Other race | 5,033 | 5.23% |
| Two or more races | 4,838 | 5.03% |
| Asian | 1,034 | 1.07% |
| Native American | 620 | 0.64% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 22 | 0.02% |
Nash County 's average per capita income is $44,907. Household income levels show a median of $62,426. The poverty rate stands at 11.84%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $101,598 | $124,908 |
| Families | $79,315 | $102,441 |
| Households | $62,426 | $85,429 |
| Non Families | $38,157 | $49,849 |
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