Demographics in Elizabeth City, NC

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Elizabeth City?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

18,740

Male

8,234

43.9%

Female

10,506

56.1%

Median Age

36.1

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

38.5%

Black

50.1%

Hispanic

7.7%

Asian

1.1%

Two or More

6.8%

Other

2.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

18.2%

High School or Higher

34.9%

Foreign Born

3.5%

Veterans

6.1%

Married

33.6%

Avg Household Size

2.4

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Elizabeth City, NC has a population of 18,740 with a median age of 36.1. The racial makeup is 38.5% White, 7.7% Hispanic, 50.1% Black, 1.1% Asian. About 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.5%.