Caroline County's 2026 population is estimated at 35,021, reflecting a 2.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Caroline County is the 50th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 28,631 and has grown 22.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.9 years
Female: 39.6 years
Male: 37.8 years
There are 24,823 adults, (5,354 of whom are seniors) in Caroline County.
Female: 15,974 (49.8%)
Male: 16,124 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Caroline County includes 61.63% White, 23.76% Black or African American, 5.39% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,782 | 61.63% |
| Black or African American | 7,628 | 23.76% |
| Two or more races | 2,496 | 7.78% |
| Other race | 1,730 | 5.39% |
| Asian | 339 | 1.06% |
| Native American | 96 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 27 | 0.08% |
Caroline County 's average per capita income is $55,047. Household income levels show a median of $87,407. The poverty rate stands at 11.25%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $114,239 | - |
| Families | $97,590 | $114,803 |
| Households | $87,407 | $103,835 |
| Non Families | $55,297 | $71,897 |
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