Demographics in West Jefferson, NC

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

Where is West Jefferson?

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Population

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

Total Population

1,567

Male

735

46.9%

Female

832

53.1%

Median Age

43.6

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

85.8%

Black

8.0%

Hispanic

4.0%

Two or More

5.3%

Other

0.9%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

11.7%

High School or Higher

41.2%

Foreign Born

1.7%

Veterans

3.9%

Married

43.0%

Avg Household Size

2.6

Marital Status by Age

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

West Jefferson, NC has a population of 1,567 with a median age of 43.6. The racial makeup is 85.8% White, 4.0% Hispanic, 8.0% Black. About 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.7%.