Perquimans County's 2026 population is estimated at 13,646, reflecting a 0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Perquimans County is the 90th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 13,480 and has grown 1.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50.7 years
Female: 51.2 years
Male: 50.2 years
There are 10,803 adults, (3,834 of whom are seniors) in Perquimans County.
Female: 6,904 (52.1%)
Male: 6,340 (47.9%)
The racial composition of Perquimans County includes 70.46% White, 21.29% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,332 | 70.46% |
| Black or African American | 2,820 | 21.29% |
| Two or more races | 749 | 5.66% |
| Other race | 279 | 2.11% |
| Asian | 55 | 0.42% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.05% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.02% |
Perquimans County 's average per capita income is $43,409. Household income levels show a median of $67,917. The poverty rate stands at 9.83%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,297 | - |
| Families | $85,690 | $96,596 |
| Households | $67,917 | $82,788 |
| Non Families | $35,873 | $47,802 |
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