State
County
Land Area (mi²)
4.4 sq mi
Density (mi²)
1,156.10/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-1.19% (-61)
Growth Since 2010
-7.82% (-431)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Williamston, North Carolina Population 2021
5,080
Williamston is a city located in Martin County North Carolina. With a 2020 population of 5,080, it is the 139th largest city in North Carolina and the 4723rd largest city in the United States . Williamston is currently declining at a rate of -1.19% annually and its population has decreased by -7.82% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 5,511 in 2010. Williamston reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 4 miles, Williamston has a population density of 1,156 people per square mile.
The average household income in Williamston is $59,273 with a poverty rate of 21.52%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $653 per month, and the median house value is $96,000. The median age in Williamston is 47.1 years, 46.7 years for males, and 47.4 years for females.
Williamston Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Williamstonwas:
- Black or African American: 56.33%
- White: 38.61%
- Asian: 2.03%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1.45%
- Two or more races: 1.39%
- Native American: 0.19%
- Other race: 0.00%
The current population of Williamston, North Carolina is 5,080 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 5,202.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 5,511.
Williamston, North Carolina Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 2,992 | 56.33% |
| White | 2,051 | 38.61% |
| Asian | 108 | 2.03% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 77 | 1.45% |
| Two or More Races | 74 | 1.39% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 10 | 0.19% |
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Williamston Population by Race
Williamston Population Pyramid $2021
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Williamston Population by Age
Williamston Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 2,274 | 2.29 | 56.3 |
| Non Family | 886 | 1.16 | 56.8 |
| Female | 662 | 3.23 | 44.6 |
| Married | 633 | 2.88 | 69.7 |
| Male | 93 | 2.31 | 44.1 |
2.96
Average Family Size
2.29
Average Household Size
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Williamston Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 244 | 6.33% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 344 | 8.93% |
| High School Graduate | 1,387 | 35.99% |
| Some College | 836 | 21.69% |
| Associates Degree | 205 | 5.32% |
| Bachelors Degree | 485 | 12.58% |
| Graduate Degree | 353 | 9.16% |
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Williamston Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Williamston Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 2,024 | 1,550 | 206 |
| White | 1,637 | 1,523 | 557 |
| Hispanic | 108 | 108 | |
| Islander | 77 | 77 | |
| Asian | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| 2+ Races | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Native American | 10 | 10 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among asian people with a rate of 100.00%.
Williamston Educational Attainment by Race
Williamston Earnings by Educational Attainment
Williamston Language by Age
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Williamston Language
94.15% of Williamston residents speak only English, while 5.85% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 3.52% of the population.
Williamston Language
Williamston Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 2,962 | 754 | 25.46% |
| White | 1,851 | 252 | 13.61% |
| Hispanic | 180 | 103 | 57.22% |
| Asian | 108 | 7 | 6.48% |
21.52%
Overall Poverty Rate
17.90%
Male Poverty Rate
24.06%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Williamston
The race most likely to be in poverty in Williamston is Hispanic, with 57.22% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Williamston is Asian, with 6.48% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 2.86%. Among those working part-time, it was 23.24%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 31.38%.
Williamston Poverty
Williamston Poverty Rate by Education
Williamston Marital Status
Marriage Rates
34.8%
Overall Marriage Rate
48.1%
Male Marriage Rate
26.9%
Female Marriage Rate
Williamston Married by Age and Sex
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Williamston Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is 35-44, while the female age group most likely to be married is 55-64.
Williamston Marital Status by Race
Williamston Marital Status
Williamston Veterans by War
Williamston Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 169 | 9.30% |
| Black | 70 | 3.11% |
| Hispanic | 31 | 28.70% |
Williamston Veterans by Race
Williamston Veterans by Education
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12.97%
Veteran Poverty Rate
44.77%
Veteran Disability Rate
Williamston Veterans by Education
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60.3%
Labor Force Participation
49%
Employment Rate
18.6%
Unemployment Rate
Williamston Employment by Age
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Williamston Employment by Race
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Williamston Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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73.46%
Born in Williamston
97.61%
Native Born
2.39%
Foreign Born
1.36%
Non Citizen
1.04%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
97.61% of Williamston residents were born in the United States, with 73.46% having been born in North Carolina. 1.36% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Asia.
Williamston Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,080 | -61 | -1.19% |
| 2020 | 5,141 | -61 | -1.17% |
| 2019 | 5,202 | -61 | -1.16% |
| 2018 | 5,263 | -36 | -0.68% |
| 2017 | 5,299 | -95 | -1.76% |
| 2016 | 5,394 | -31 | -0.57% |
| 2015 | 5,425 | -49 | -0.90% |
| 2014 | 5,474 | -46 | -0.83% |
| 2013 | 5,520 | -46 | -0.83% |
| 2012 | 5,566 | -98 | -1.73% |
| 2011 | 5,664 | -78 | -1.36% |
| 2010 | 5,742 | -101 | -0.17% |
| 2000 | 5,843 | 340 | 0.60% |
| 1990 | 5,503 | -656 | -1.12% |
| 1980 | 6,159 | -411 | -0.64% |
| 1970 | 6,570 | -354 | -0.52% |
| 1960 | 6,924 | 1,949 | 3.36% |
| 1950 | 4,975 | 1,009 | 2.29% |
| 1940 | 3,966 | 1,235 | 3.80% |
| 1930 | 2,731 | 0.00% |