North Carolina projected population growth from 2025 through 2035

North Carolina, the Tar Heel State, is known for its diverse landscapes, rich history, and southern charm. From the sandy shores of the Outer Banks to the vibrant streets of Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina offers a blend of coastal beauty, mountain vistas, and urban excitement. With a growing economy supported by industries such as technology, healthcare, and manufacturing, North Carolina continues to attract individuals seeking a high quality of life and abundant opportunities.

Picture from a ciy in North Carolina U.S.

North Carolina forecasted population

Aterio data team has developed an AI enhanced model that helps organizations understand the forecasted growth of population in North Carolina for years 2025 through 2035.

Population Growth Rate (Year over Year)

10,000,00010,500,00011,000,00011,500,00012,000,00012,500,0000.00%0.50%1.00%1.50%2.00%2020202120222023202420252026202720282029203020312032203320342035

2020

Population

10,441,499

Growth

0.00%

2021

Population

10,564,320

Growth

1.18%

2022

Population

10,710,793

Growth

1.39%

2023

Population

10,881,189

Growth

1.59%

2024

Population

11,046,024

Growth

1.51%

2025

Population

11,170,220

Growth

1.12%

2026

Population

11,271,987

Growth

0.91%

2027

Population

11,378,582

Growth

0.95%

2028

Population

11,489,987

Growth

0.98%

2029

Population

11,605,334

Growth

1.00%

2030

Population

11,722,919

Growth

1.01%

2031

Population

11,811,719

Growth

0.76%

2032

Population

11,903,668

Growth

0.78%

2033

Population

11,998,024

Growth

0.79%

2034

Population

12,097,326

Growth

0.83%

2035

Population

12,201,833

Growth

0.86%

Last update at Tue Jun 30 2026

Zip code level csv report on population forecast and economic development in North Carolina

Our team has created a comprehensive report on population forecast and economic development by zip code using our proprietary AI models.

Top 10 most populated cities in North Carolina

Our model provides a detailed 2025 through 2035 forecasted population growth for every city and zip code in North Carolina.

City

2020 census

2025 population

2030 population

2035 population

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Charlotte874,687960,3971,047,6161,131,413View city insights, Charlotte
Raleigh467,911510,463564,948616,928View city insights, Raleigh
Greensboro299,190309,921324,313337,136View city insights, Greensboro
Durham283,827306,619327,244345,743View city insights, Durham
Winston-Salem249,567257,395267,003275,150View city insights, Winston-Salem
Fayetteville208,472209,585210,848211,195View city insights, Fayetteville
Cary174,799186,297203,697220,324View city insights, Cary
Wilmington115,459127,659136,738145,490View city insights, Wilmington
High Point114,115119,830124,001127,698View city insights, High Point
Concord105,329115,564125,933136,528View city insights, Concord

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