Demographics in Roanoke Rapids, NC

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

Where is Roanoke Rapids?

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Population

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

Total Population

15,024

Male

7,178

47.8%

Female

7,846

52.2%

Median Age

38.0

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

51.1%

Black

37.0%

Hispanic

6.5%

Asian

1.1%

Two or More

6.5%

Other

3.6%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

14.6%

High School or Higher

39.3%

Foreign Born

3.8%

Veterans

4.8%

Married

35.1%

Avg Household Size

2.4

Marital Status by Age

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

Roanoke Rapids, NC has a population of 15,024 with a median age of 38.0. The racial makeup is 51.1% White, 6.5% Hispanic, 37.0% Black, 1.1% Asian. About 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.8%.