Sampson County, NC is a vibrant community located in the southeastern corner of the state. With a population of 59,468 people and a population density of 67 people per square mile, Sampson County is slightly less populous than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The local businesses in Sampson County range from small cafes to larger stores offering groceries and other goods. Year-round outdoor activities include camping, fishing, hunting, boating and bird watching. There are also several organizations that host events throughout the year such as Heritage Day or the South River Carpetbag Theatre which provides plays by local playwrights. Sports fans will find plenty to cheer about with professional teams such as the North Carolina Southeast Regional Wrestling Association and amateur sports leagues for youths.
The population in Sampson County is 59,468. There are 63 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Sampson County is 40.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Sampson County is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Sampson County
- 49.4% are married
- 11.3% are divorced
- 28.3% are married with children
- 20.3% have children, but are single
Race in Sampson County
- 51.6% are White
- 25.0% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 1.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 18.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander