North Carolina Race & Ethnicity Demographics (2024)
Racial distribution and diversity statistics for North Carolina
North Carolina Diversity Indicators (2024)
Total Population
10,730,404
Diversity Score
58.4
Diversity Tier
Moderate
Largest Group
White (Non-Hispanic)
60.0%%
North Carolina Racial & Ethnic Breakdown
North Carolina Historical Diversity Trend (2010–2024)
Since 2010, the diversity index of North Carolina has increased significantly.
North Carolina Population by Race & Ethnicity
| Race / Ethnicity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White (Non-Hispanic) | 6,438,593 | 60.0% |
| Black / African American | 2,146,633 | 20.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,213,850 | 11.3% |
| Two or More Races | 434,921 | 4.1% |
| Asian | 351,050 | 3.3% |
| Native American | 86,572 | 0.8% |
| Other Race | 53,089 | 0.5% |
| Pacific Islander | 5,696 | 0.1% |
Diversity & Demographics FAQs for North Carolina
The largest racial or ethnic group in North Carolina is White (Non-Hispanic), which makes up 60.0% of the total population.
Since 2010, the diversity index for North Carolina has increased significantly. The area currently has a diversity score of 58.4/100, which is considered a Moderate level of diversity.