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Davie County, North Carolina Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 58th-largest in North Carolina

The population of Davie County, North Carolina is 43,526 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 58th-largest county in North Carolina. The median household income is $73,234, the median home value is $235,300, and the median age is 45.0.

The population of Davie County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (41,252 → 45,383), a +0.68% annualized rate.

Davie County within North Carolina · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

43,526

Population

+0.68%

Annual growth

165

People / sq mi

$73,234

Median Income

$235,300

Median Home Value

Davie County covers 264 sq mi of land at 165.1 people per square mile.

About Davie County, NC

Homeownership is the standout figure in Davie County: 83.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 43,526 residents, Davie County is a county in North Carolina.

The typical household earns $73,234 a year, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $235,300, with typical rent around $889.

About 26.8% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Around 7.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Davie County, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.

Davie County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Davie County had a population of 41,252 in 2010 and 45,383 in 2024, a 10.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 45,383 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.69%.

2024 · 45K20102024
Davie County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

45,383

Population (2024)

41,252

Population (2010)

45,383

Peak (2024)

0.69%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201041,252
201141,333
201241,285
201341,443
201441,262
201541,652
201641,927
201742,297
201842,504
201942,699
202042,894
202143,651
202244,087
202344,594
202445,383

Race & Ethnicity

White84.2%
Black or African American4.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

45.0

Median Age

50.9%

Female

49.1%

Male

21.7%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.9%
5–9
5.5%
10–14
6.5%
15–19
5.9%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
10.1%
35–44
11.3%
45–54
13.3%
55–59
7.8%
60–64
7.2%
65–74
12.2%
75–84
7.1%
85+
2.4%

Children (under 15): 16.9% · Seniors (65+): 21.7%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$73,234+$3,330 vs state
Mean household income$95,329
Per-capita income$39,128
Poverty rate7.6%-1.8% vs state
Unemployment rate2.7%
Employment-to-population56.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
19.4%
Manufacturing
18.4%
Education & health care
8.9%
Construction
7.9%
Finance & real estate
7.3%
Information
6.1%
Arts, entertainment & food
5.7%
Retail trade
5.1%

The largest employment sector in Davie County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.1%

Drive alone

0.5%

Carpool

80.4%

Public transit

7.3%

Work from home

27.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$235,300$-24,100 vs state

Median home value

$889

Median rent

83.4%

Homeownership rate

19,079

Total housing units

88.4%

Occupied

11.6%

Vacant

16.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

90.0%

With health insurance

95.2%

With broadband internet

29.3%

Foreign-born

8.6%

Veterans (18+)

17.5%

With a disability

91.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

90.7%

High School+

26.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Davie County, North Carolina has a population of 43,526 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 58th-largest county in North Carolina. Population density is 165 people per square mile.

The population of Davie County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (41,252 → 45,383), a +0.68% annualized rate.

The median household income in Davie County, North Carolina is $73,234, with mean (average) household income of $95,329 and per-capita income of $39,128. 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Davie County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.2%), Black or African American (4.0%), Hispanic or Latino (3.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Davie County, North Carolina is 45.0 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

The median home value in Davie County is $235,300 and median monthly rent is $889. 83.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,079 total housing units, 11.6% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Davie County, North Carolina is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

Charlotte is among the largest cities associated with Davie County, North Carolina, with a population of 886,283.


Davie County, NC Climate

Davie County, NC has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F) and receives about 1147 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

14.4°C

Avg Temp

1147

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Davie County, NC — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January3° / 38°91 mm
February5° / 41°92 mm
March10° / 49°108 mm
April14° / 58°82 mm
May19° / 66°108 mm
June23° / 73°106 mm
July25° / 77°104 mm
August24° / 76°97 mm
September21° / 70°94 mm
October15° / 58°97 mm
November9° / 49°78 mm
December5° / 41°90 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Davie County, NC

The most comfortable months to visit Davie County, NC are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

SeptemberJuneMay

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.