Demographics in Kinston, NC

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

Where is Kinston?

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Population

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

Total Population

19,576

Male

9,153

46.8%

Female

10,423

53.2%

Median Age

42.9

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

24.8%

Black

65.9%

Hispanic

2.8%

Asian

1.5%

Two or More

5.8%

Other

1.5%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

11.0%

High School or Higher

34.7%

Foreign Born

3.6%

Veterans

7.6%

Married

24.9%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

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

Kinston, NC has a population of 19,576 with a median age of 42.9. The racial makeup is 24.8% White, 2.8% Hispanic, 65.9% Black, 1.5% Asian. About 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.6%.