Person County's 2026 population is estimated at 41,006, reflecting a 0.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Person County is the 63rd largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 39,412 and has grown 4.04% since 2010.
Overall: 44.2 years
Female: 46.8 years
Male: 42.7 years
There are 31,383 adults, (8,418 of whom are seniors) in Person County.
Female: 20,543 (52%)
Male: 18,999 (48%)
The racial composition of Person County includes 65.01% White, 25.85% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 25,705 | 65.01% |
| Black or African American | 10,220 | 25.85% |
| Two or more races | 2,772 | 7.01% |
| Other race | 759 | 1.92% |
| Native American | 43 | 0.11% |
| Asian | 43 | 0.11% |
Person County 's average per capita income is $45,393. Household income levels show a median of $63,300. The poverty rate stands at 17.49%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,740 | - |
| Families | $80,992 | $99,560 |
| Households | $63,300 | $87,375 |
| Non Families | $31,801 | $54,803 |
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