Demographics in Murphy, NC

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

Where is Murphy?

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Population

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

Total Population

1,356

Male

716

52.8%

Female

640

47.2%

Median Age

37.8

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

81.1%

Black

5.8%

Hispanic

4.9%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

10.3%

Other

0.9%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

18.7%

High School or Higher

48.8%

Foreign Born

1.0%

Veterans

9.4%

Married

29.6%

Avg Household Size

1.8

Marital Status by Age

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

Murphy, NC has a population of 1,356 with a median age of 37.8. The racial makeup is 81.1% White, 4.9% Hispanic, 5.8% Black. About 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.0%.