Forsyth County's 2026 population is estimated at 406,759, reflecting a 1.07% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Forsyth County is the 4th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 351,378 and has grown 15.76% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.4 years
Female: 39.7 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 301,634 adults, (66,134 of whom are seniors) in Forsyth County.
Female: 204,554 (52.5%)
Male: 185,423 (47.5%)
The racial composition of Forsyth County includes 55.82% White, 25.23% Black or African American, 6.86% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 217,688 | 55.82% |
| Black or African American | 98,404 | 25.23% |
| Two or more races | 35,900 | 9.21% |
| Other race | 26,743 | 6.86% |
| Asian | 9,311 | 2.39% |
| Native American | 1,613 | 0.41% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 318 | 0.08% |
Forsyth County 's average per capita income is $47,414. Household income levels show a median of $67,165. The poverty rate stands at 14.52%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $106,822 | $138,015 |
| Families | $85,749 | $115,412 |
| Households | $67,165 | $94,029 |
| Non Families | $41,583 | $56,126 |
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