Perquimans County, North Carolina Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Perquimans County is located in North Carolina with a total population of 13,146. It is the 90th most populous county out of 100 in North Carolina. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Perquimans County is 50.5 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Perquimans County is $61,224. This is 12% lower than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $211,600. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Perquimans County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.1%.

Education

20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 34.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.7%.