Wayne County's 2026 population is estimated at 123,388, reflecting a 0.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wayne County is the 25th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 122,891 and has grown 0.4% since 2010.
Overall: 37.3 years
Female: 39.4 years
Male: 35.5 years
There are 90,638 adults, (20,262 of whom are seniors) in Wayne County.
Female: 59,558 (50.2%)
Male: 59,094 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Wayne County includes 51.36% White, 29.77% 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 | 60,942 | 51.36% |
| Black or African American | 35,324 | 29.77% |
| Two or more races | 17,522 | 14.77% |
| Other race | 3,212 | 2.71% |
| Asian | 1,430 | 1.21% |
| Native American | 112 | 0.09% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 110 | 0.09% |
Wayne County 's average per capita income is $40,892. Household income levels show a median of $59,733. The poverty rate stands at 17.33%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,905 | $114,721 |
| Families | $76,232 | $94,475 |
| Households | $59,733 | $79,980 |
| Non Families | $35,874 | $46,779 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate