Graham County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,379, reflecting a 1.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Graham County is the 98th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 8,866 and has grown -5.49% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.6 years
Female: 48.6 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 6,528 adults, (2,062 of whom are seniors) in Graham County.
Female: 3,926 (48.6%)
Male: 4,146 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Graham County includes 84.9% White, 10.12% Native American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,853 | 84.9% |
| Native American | 817 | 10.12% |
| Two or more races | 194 | 2.4% |
| Other race | 124 | 1.54% |
| Asian | 54 | 0.67% |
| Black or African American | 30 | 0.37% |
Graham County 's average per capita income is $41,250. Household income levels show a median of $49,684. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $69,144 | - |
| Families | $63,884 | $81,332 |
| Households | $49,684 | $68,762 |
| Non Families | $33,015 | $46,291 |
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