Tarboro, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tarboro, North Carolina is 10,705 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 92nd-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $49,386, the median home value is $155,500, and the median age is 48.9.
The population has declined 5.0% since 2010 (11,527 → 10,954).
10,705
Population
950
People / sq mi
$49,386
Median Income
$155,500
Median Home Value
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Tarboro covers 11.3 sq mi of land at 950 people per square mile.
About Tarboro, NC
Tarboro skews on age — the median resident is 48.9, older than the national median. Tarboro is a city in North Carolina with a population of 10,705.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $49,386, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.7%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $155,500, with typical rent around $698.
25.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.7%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Tarboro — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Tarboro town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tarboro town had a population of 11,527 in 2010 and 10,954 in 2024, a -5.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,527 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.36%.
10,954
Population (2024)
11,527
Population (2010)
11,527
Peak (2010)
-0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,527 |
| 2011 | 11,407 |
| 2012 | 11,373 |
| 2013 | 11,336 |
| 2014 | 11,318 |
| 2015 | 11,132 |
| 2016 | 10,947 |
| 2017 | 10,963 |
| 2018 | 10,828 |
| 2019 | 10,715 |
| 2020 | 10,684 |
| 2021 | 10,548 |
| 2022 | 10,737 |
| 2023 | 10,910 |
| 2024 | 10,954 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 45.0% |
| Black or African American | 51.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$49,386
Median Household Income
$33,274
Per Capita Income
19.7%
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$155,500
Median Home Value
$698
Median Rent
57.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
25.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.1%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
19.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.0%
Foreign Born
91.1%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
18.5%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
86.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.7% |
| Manufacturing | 18.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.5% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tarboro, North Carolina has a population of 10,705 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 92nd-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Tarboro, North Carolina is $49,386, with 19.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tarboro, North Carolina is $155,500, with median monthly rent at $698 and a homeownership rate of 57.0%.
The median age in Tarboro, North Carolina is 48.9 years. The population is 42.7% male and 57.3% female.
The population has declined 5.0% since 2010 (11,527 → 10,954).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.