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North Carolina

Statehood Year:
1789
Capital:
Raleigh
Largest Cities:
Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro
Abbreviation:
NC

North Carolina is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Outer Banks, Great Smoky Mountains, and research triangle. It has a population of 11,210,900, making it the 9th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Raleigh. North Carolina has a banking center with strong tech and research sectors.

11,210,900
Total Population
208
Population Density (mi²)
9
Population Rank
164.9K 1.49%
Annual Population Growth

North Carolina Population

Demographics

Economics and Income Statistics

Population by County

North Carolina County Populations

Sources

  1. US Census State Population Estimates - Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  2. US Census County Population Estimates - Most recent county estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  3. American Community Survey (2009 - 2013)
  4. Census QuickFacts
  5. Historical Populations of States and Counties (1790 - 1990)