Wake County, NC Median Household Income By Race

In Wake County, the demographic landscape is diverse, spanning 6 distinct racial categories among households. Among these, Asian households have the highest median household income at $141,657, while Some Other Race households represent the opposite end with the lowest median household income of $62,266.
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Updated Jan 4, 2024

Median Household Income by Racial Categories in Wake County, NC (2022)

This table presents the median household income across different racial categories in Wake County, based on the latest 1-Year estimates from the American Community Survey.

Race Of The Head Of Household Median Household Income
White $108,145
Black or African American $62,352
American Indian and Alaska Native $101,528
Asian $141,657
Some Other Race $62,266
Two or More Races $87,408
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Avg Income Age group Avg Income Diversity Index Population Gender ratio (M:F) Homeownership % Avg commute time Custom Dataset: Wake County Self-employed, multilingual, car-commuting, insured individuals 15 to 24 years $27,865 75 27,354 0.75 0.5% 55 min 25 to 44 years $44,231 90 37,459 0.86 19% 43 min 45 to 64 years $53,865 95 42,167 0.77 35% 15 min 65 to 74 years $51,800 74 32,972 0.91 45% 13 min 75 to 84 years $41,234 66 26,758 0.87 66% 42 min 85 years and over $36,093 56 18,857 0.89 76% 45 min

Wake County, NC median household income diversity

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Wake County population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly White. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 62.49% of the total residents in Wake County. Notably, the median household income for White households is $108,145.

Interestingly, despite the White population being the most populous, it is worth noting that Asian households actually reports the highest median household income, with a median income of $141,657. This reveals that, while Whites may be the most numerous in Wake County, Asian households experience greater economic prosperity in terms of median household income.

For a better visual representation of these income disparities, take a look at the bar chart below. It illustrates the varying median household incomes across races, providing a clear comparison for each of the racial categories defined by the U.S. Census Bureau.

The bar chart shows Wake County, NC median household income across all racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Wake County, NC median household income diversity across racial categories: Gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates

In Wake County, a diversity of median household incomes is evident among households of different races. The Asian households boast the highest median household income at about $141,657. White households have a median income of approximately $108,145. American Indian and Alaska Native households have a median income of approximately $101,528. Two or More Races households have a median income of approximately $87,408. Black or African American households have a median income of approximately $62,352. Conversely, Some Other Race households reveal the lowest median income at $62,266. These disparities underscore the varied income distribution within the county of Wake County.

Wake County, NC median household income trends across races

A decade typically encompasses substantial economic changes. To conduct a comprehensive analysis of these changes in Wake County, we have analysed how these changes have unfolded among the racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for the county of Wake County.

Key stats for each racial category as per our analysis of U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey:

  • White: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $15,551(16.79%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $92,594 in 2012 and $108,145 in 2022.
  • Black or African American: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $10,107(19.35%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,245 in 2012 and $62,352 in 2022.
  • American Indian and Alaska Native: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is American Indian and Alaska Native increased by $31,110(44.18%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $70,418 in 2012 and $101,528 in 2022.
  • Asian: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is Asian increased by $35,133(32.98%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $106,524 in 2012 and $141,657 in 2022.
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: In Wake County, the median household income for Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander households was $71,640 in 2012(2022 inflation-adjusted dollars). However there is no reported data for 2022, indicating a lack of information for this specific year.
  • Some other race: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is Some other race increased by $16,323(35.53%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $45,943 in 2012 and $62,266 in 2022.
  • Two or more races (multiracial): In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is multiracial increased by $10,378(13.47%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $77,030 in 2012 and $87,408 in 2022.
  • Above analysis reconfirms that there are 6 race households in Wake County. Households are categorized based on the self-identified race of the head of household.
Line chart showing Wake County, NC median household income trends for all racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau. The chart illustrates income trends between 2012 and 2022, with incomes values adjusted for inflation using 2022 Consumer Price Index retroactive series using current methods. It provides insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.
Wake County, NC median household income trends across races (2012-2022, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars). Households with Asian householders witnessed significant growth in median household income, marking an impressive increase of $35,133. On the other hand, households where householder is Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander experienced a notable decline, with a decrease of $71,640 in median income. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates

Wake County median household income by race betwen 2012 and 2022

Explore the evolution of median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau. This table showcases the annual income trends, from 2012 to 2022, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.

Race Of The Head Of Household 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
White $92,523 $93,727 $92,594 $93,181 $95,828 $99,526 $103,846 $105,573 $105,568 $109,389 N/A $111,119 $108,145
Black or African American $55,316 $57,387 $52,245 $57,570 $53,679 $55,101 $62,682 $67,421 $62,186 $58,990 N/A $55,586 $62,352
American Indian and Alaska Native $72,575 $144,313 $70,418 $51,651 $37,979 $50,141 $123,908 $106,264 $66,320 $73,898 N/A $59,237 $101,528
Asian $114,820 $103,236 $106,524 $107,907 $122,199 $124,714 $123,050 $120,179 $133,143 $134,398 N/A $148,564 $141,657
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander N/A N/A $71,640 $62,053 $44,967 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $94,448 N/A
Some Other Race $43,949 $52,115 $45,943 $54,633 $46,913 $44,927 $51,195 $51,610 $65,675 $66,057 N/A $58,528 $62,266
Two or More Races $72,821 $60,121 $77,030 $67,192 $73,101 $63,946 $84,091 $98,502 $78,605 $96,424 N/A $88,326 $87,408
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Key observations: Households with Asian householders witnessed significant growth in median household income, marking an impressive increase of $35,133. On the other hand, households where householder is Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander experienced a notable decline, with a decrease of $71,640 in median income.

Things to know

Which racial group has the highest median household income according to the Census Bureau in Wake County, NC?

Among the racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau, and the American Community Survey 2022 1-Year Estimates, households with Asian householders in Wake County have the highest median household income at $141,657.

How does the median household income vary by race in Wake County, NC?

In Wake County, the median household income In Wake County, a diversity of median household incomes is evident among households of different races. The Asian households boast the highest median household income at about $141,657. White households have a median income of approximately $108,145. American Indian and Alaska Native households have a median income of approximately $101,528. Two or More Races households have a median income of approximately $87,408. Black or African American households have a median income of approximately $62,352. Conversely, Some Other Race households reveal the lowest median income at $62,266. These disparities underscore the varied income distribution within the county of Wake County..

Which racial group has the lowest median household income according to the Census Bureau in Wake County, NC?

Of the racial categories outlined by the U.S. Census Bureau and the American Community Survey 2022 1-Year Estimates, households headed by individuals identifying as Some Other Race in Wake County exhibit the lowest median household income at $62,266 among the identified racial categories.

What is the median household income for White households in Wake County, NC?

In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $15,551(16.79%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $92,594 in 2012 and $108,145 in 2022.

What is the median household income for Black or African American households in Wake County, NC?

In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $10,107(19.35%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,245 in 2012 and $62,352 in 2022.

References

Datasets

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2023
Wake County, NC median household income breakdown by race betwen 2012 and 2022
Last updated January 3, 2024
ACS
Free
Neilsberg
CSV, JSON
2017-2021
CC BY 4.0
About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau in Wake County. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. It also showcases the annual income trends, between 2012 and 2022, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

  • White: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $15,551(16.79%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $92,594 in 2012 and $108,145 in 2022.
  • Black or African American: In Wake County, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $10,107(19.35%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,245 in 2012 and $62,352 in 2022.
  • Refer to the research insights for more key observations on American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Some other race and Two or more races (multiracial) households
Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

  • White
  • Black or African American
  • American Indian and Alaska Native
  • Asian
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
  • Some other race
  • Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

  • Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Wake County.
  • 2010: 2010 median household income
  • 2011: 2011 median household income
  • 2012: 2012 median household income
  • 2013: 2013 median household income
  • 2014: 2014 median household income
  • 2015: 2015 median household income
  • 2016: 2016 median household income
  • 2017: 2017 median household income
  • 2018: 2018 median household income
  • 2019: 2019 median household income
  • 2020: 2020 median household income
  • 2021: 2021 median household income
  • 2022: 2022 median household income
  • Please note: 2020 1-Year ACS estimates data was not reported by Census Bureau due to impact on survey collection and analysis during COVID-19, thus for large cities (population 65,000 and above) median household income data is not available.
  • Please note: All incomes have been adjusted for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Wake County median household income by race. You can refer the same here

Median Household Income by Racial Categories in Wake County, NC (2022)
Last updated January 3, 2024
ACS
Free
Neilsberg
CSV, JSON
2017-2021
CC BY 4.0
About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in Wake County. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Wake County population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly White. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 62.49% of the total residents in Wake County. Notably, the median household income for White households is $108,145. Interestingly, despite the White population being the most populous, it is worth noting that Asian households actually reports the highest median household income, with a median income of $141,657. This reveals that, while Whites may be the most numerous in Wake County, Asian households experience greater economic prosperity in terms of median household income.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

  • White
  • Black or African American
  • American Indian and Alaska Native
  • Asian
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
  • Some other race
  • Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

  • Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Wake County.
  • Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Wake County median household income by race. You can refer the same here

If you're looking for datasets from another year, please feel free to contact us at research@neilsberg.com and we'll be happy to assist you further.

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