Chowan County's 2026 population is estimated at 14,139, reflecting a 0.4% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Chowan County is the 88th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 14,737 and has grown -4.06% since 2010.
Overall: 48.6 years
Female: 49.9 years
Male: 46.4 years
There are 11,184 adults, (3,606 of whom are seniors) in Chowan County.
Female: 7,149 (51.7%)
Male: 6,687 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Chowan County includes 60.37% White, 32.68% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,353 | 60.37% |
| Black or African American | 4,522 | 32.68% |
| Two or more races | 632 | 4.57% |
| Other race | 320 | 2.31% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.07% |
Chowan County 's average per capita income is $34,482. Household income levels show a median of $53,864. The poverty rate stands at 19.09%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,698 | - |
| Families | $72,911 | $92,373 |
| Households | $53,864 | $78,897 |
| Non Families | $36,875 | $50,125 |
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