The census data also showed that Wake County had the fifth most growth of any county last year.
The U.S. Census Bureau reported Latinos, African Americans and Native Americans are all critically underrepresented in the 2020 census.
North Carolina grew by 9.5 percent over the last decade, outpacing the national average of 7.4 percent, according to 2020 census data released Thursday.
Shelbie Chervinko is being recognized by the US Census Bureau for her efforts at Durham Tech.
According to estimates, the Tar Heel State could get a 14th district because of the growing population. If North Carolina does gain a seat, it will come at the expense of a state which has had a declining population.
The 2020 Census deadline is being extended once again to October 31.