Transylvania County's 2026 population is estimated at 34,441, reflecting a 0.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Transylvania County is the 68th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 33,087 and has grown 4.09% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 51.6 years
Female: 53.4 years
Male: 50.1 years
There are 28,418 adults, (10,426 of whom are seniors) in Transylvania County.
Female: 17,349 (51.5%)
Male: 16,342 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Transylvania County includes 88.36% White, 3.58% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 29,769 | 88.36% |
| Two or more races | 2,110 | 6.26% |
| Black or African American | 1,207 | 3.58% |
| Other race | 316 | 0.94% |
| Asian | 229 | 0.68% |
| Native American | 60 | 0.18% |
Transylvania County 's average per capita income is $41,953. Household income levels show a median of $66,184. The poverty rate stands at 13.21%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,123 | - |
| Families | $84,401 | $106,036 |
| Households | $66,184 | $88,954 |
| Non Families | $38,118 | $54,879 |
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