Nashville, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nashville, North Carolina had a total population of 5,729, the 155th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $61,000, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Nashville Quick Facts
How Nashville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,672 | 5,729 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $63,553 | $61,000 | -4.0% |
| Median home value | $191,700 | $205,300 | +7.1% |
How Nashville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Nashville Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Nash County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mount | 54,297 | $55,534 | 19.7% | $165,700 |
| Red Oak | 3,405 | $90,214 | 2.2% | $271,800 |
| Sharpsburg | 1,605 | $54,709 | 19.3% | $121,900 |
| Spring Hope | 1,387 | $38,393 | 11.1% | $161,000 |
| Elm City | 1,292 | $36,150 | 33.7% | $109,300 |
| Dortches | 1,158 | $74,500 | 9.4% | $247,600 |
| Middlesex | 867 | $48,281 | 12.7% | $216,900 |
| Whitakers | 494 | $48,869 | 10.5% | $148,300 |
| Bailey | 422 | $60,208 | 17.8% | $155,700 |
| Momeyer | 398 | $65,278 | 30.4% | $98,800 |
Cities Similar to Nashville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer City | 5,580 | $60,300 | $206,100 | 16.1% | 16.4% |
| Northchase | 5,896 | $59,375 | $318,400 | 35.3% | 22.3% |
| Dallas | 6,104 | $58,403 | $254,000 | 21.2% | 10.5% |
| Mocksville | 6,068 | $55,367 | $240,700 | 24.7% | 19.2% |
| East Flat Rock | 6,323 | $59,583 | $245,900 | 17.3% | 12.6% |
Population Overview
Nashville is a small city located in North Carolina, within Nash County. The total population is 5,729. It ranks as the 155th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nashville is 40.7 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nashville is $61,000. This is 16% lower than the state median of $72,388. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $205,300. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 52.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nashville is Black or African American, making up 59.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (59.9% vs 20.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 11.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.
Education
16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nashville, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Nashville, North Carolina?
Nashville, North Carolina has a population of 5,729 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nashville, NC?
The median household income in Nashville is $61,000, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nashville, NC?
The poverty rate in Nashville is 16.9%. This means approximately 941 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nashville, North Carolina?
Nashville's population is 38.2% White, 59.9% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nashville, NC?
The median home value in Nashville is $205,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Nashville, North Carolina?
16.4% of adults (25+) in Nashville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.