Wilson County's 2026 population is estimated at 80,662, reflecting a 0.44% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wilson County is the 37th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 81,294 and has grown -0.78% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.6 years
Female: 42.1 years
Male: 39.2 years
There are 61,230 adults, (15,296 of whom are seniors) in Wilson County.
Female: 41,500 (52.3%)
Male: 37,790 (47.7%)
The racial composition of Wilson County includes 45.56% White, 38.81% Black or African American, 8.54% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 36,124 | 45.56% |
| Black or African American | 30,773 | 38.81% |
| Other race | 6,769 | 8.54% |
| Two or more races | 4,495 | 5.67% |
| Asian | 910 | 1.15% |
| Native American | 219 | 0.28% |
Wilson County 's average per capita income is $44,442. Household income levels show a median of $56,423. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,279 | $114,462 |
| Families | $73,354 | $94,105 |
| Households | $56,423 | $76,415 |
| Non Families | $33,165 | $41,764 |
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