Demographics in Lexington, NC

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

Where is Lexington?

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Population

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

Total Population

19,691

Male

9,300

47.2%

Female

10,391

52.8%

Median Age

35.9

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

47.5%

Black

26.0%

Hispanic

20.8%

Asian

4.3%

Two or More

14.7%

Other

7.3%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

8.9%

High School or Higher

30.3%

Foreign Born

12.8%

Veterans

5.7%

Married

32.6%

Avg Household Size

2.5

Marital Status by Age

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

Lexington, NC has a population of 19,691 with a median age of 35.9. The racial makeup is 47.5% White, 20.8% Hispanic, 26.0% Black, 4.3% Asian. About 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 12.8%.