Chatham County's 2026 population is estimated at 86,390, reflecting a 1.5% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chatham County is the 34th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 63,845 and has grown 35.31% since 2010.
Overall: 47.6 years
Female: 48.6 years
Male: 46.5 years
There are 64,635 adults, (20,191 of whom are seniors) in Chatham County.
Female: 41,469 (51.7%)
Male: 38,682 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Chatham County includes 71.08% White, 10.17% Black or African American, 7.58% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 56,974 | 71.08% |
| Black or African American | 8,152 | 10.17% |
| Two or more races | 6,703 | 8.36% |
| Other race | 6,075 | 7.58% |
| Asian | 1,791 | 2.23% |
| Native American | 388 | 0.48% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 68 | 0.08% |
Chatham County 's average per capita income is $55,574. Household income levels show a median of $94,317. The poverty rate stands at 11.05%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $137,887 | - |
| Families | $120,025 | $160,599 |
| Households | $94,317 | $138,537 |
| Non Families | $50,839 | $82,323 |
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