Anson County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,992, reflecting a 1.08% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Anson County is the 77th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 26,853 and has grown -18.1% since 2010.
Overall: 41.9 years
Female: 44.1 years
Male: 40.4 years
There are 17,863 adults, (4,395 of whom are seniors) in Anson County.
Female: 10,814 (48.5%)
Male: 11,475 (51.5%)
The racial composition of Anson County includes 45% Black or African American, 44.47% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 10,031 | 45% |
| White | 9,911 | 44.47% |
| Two or more races | 1,324 | 5.94% |
| Other race | 541 | 2.43% |
| Asian | 351 | 1.57% |
| Native American | 129 | 0.58% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.01% |
Anson County 's average per capita income is $33,562. Household income levels show a median of $47,302. The poverty rate stands at 21.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $77,344 | - |
| Families | $66,131 | $79,038 |
| Households | $47,302 | $61,087 |
| Non Families | $26,122 | $35,427 |
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