Martin County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,601, reflecting a 0.18% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Martin County is the 78th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 24,505 and has grown -11.85% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.8 years
Female: 47.5 years
Male: 45.1 years
There are 17,245 adults, (5,532 of whom are seniors) in Martin County.
Female: 11,565 (53.4%)
Male: 10,079 (46.6%)
The racial composition of Martin County includes 51.46% White, 40.3% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,137 | 51.46% |
| Black or African American | 8,723 | 40.3% |
| Two or more races | 1,272 | 5.88% |
| Other race | 313 | 1.45% |
| Asian | 120 | 0.55% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 63 | 0.29% |
| Native American | 16 | 0.07% |
Martin County 's average per capita income is $38,542. Household income levels show a median of $48,578. The poverty rate stands at 20.37%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,850 | - |
| Families | $65,801 | $80,621 |
| Households | $48,578 | $65,879 |
| Non Families | $30,805 | $37,781 |
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