New Hanover County's 2026 population is estimated at 248,583, reflecting a 1.07% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). New Hanover County is the 12th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 203,295 and has grown 22.28% since 2010.
Overall: 39.9 years
Female: 41.2 years
Male: 38.4 years
There are 193,107 adults, (44,810 of whom are seniors) in New Hanover County.
Female: 123,289 (52.4%)
Male: 111,940 (47.6%)
The racial composition of New Hanover County includes 76.59% White, 10.91% Black or African American, 3.98% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 180,170 | 76.59% |
| Black or African American | 25,672 | 10.91% |
| Two or more races | 16,326 | 6.94% |
| Other race | 9,364 | 3.98% |
| Asian | 3,250 | 1.38% |
| Native American | 405 | 0.17% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 42 | 0.02% |
New Hanover County 's average per capita income is $50,865. Household income levels show a median of $75,166. The poverty rate stands at 12.29%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $120,717 | $157,886 |
| Families | $104,024 | $138,547 |
| Households | $75,166 | $107,828 |
| Non Families | $50,425 | $67,271 |
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