Boone, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Boone, North Carolina is 19,534 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 50th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $28,633, the median home value is $373,600, and the median age is 21.5.
The population has grown 17.4% since 2010 (17,111 → 20,080).
19,534
Population
3059
People / sq mi
$28,633
Median Income
$373,600
Median Home Value
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Boone covers 6.4 sq mi of land at 3059 people per square mile.
About Boone, NC
Age is the most distinctive thing about Boone: a median age of 21.5, younger than the national median. Boone is a city in North Carolina with a population of 19,534. It ranks #50 among cities in North Carolina by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $28,633, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.7%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $373,600, with typical rent around $1,080.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 53.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 10.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Boone town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Boone town had a population of 17,111 in 2010 and 20,080 in 2024, a 17.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,350 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 1.16%.
20,080
Population (2024)
17,111
Population (2010)
20,350
Peak (2023)
1.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,111 |
| 2011 | 17,622 |
| 2012 | 18,023 |
| 2013 | 18,145 |
| 2014 | 17,925 |
| 2015 | 18,277 |
| 2016 | 18,898 |
| 2017 | 19,254 |
| 2018 | 19,518 |
| 2019 | 19,667 |
| 2020 | 19,532 |
| 2021 | 20,135 |
| 2022 | 20,094 |
| 2023 | 20,350 |
| 2024 | 20,080 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.1% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$28,633
Median Household Income
$18,600
Per Capita Income
13.7%
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$373,600
Median Home Value
$1,080
Median Rent
23.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.9%
High School+
53.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.6%
Drive Alone
67.4%
Public Transit
10.4%
Work From Home
14.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.9%
Foreign Born
93.5%
Non-English at Home
1.1%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
93.0%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 22.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.0% |
| Manufacturing | 4.7% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Retail Trade | 1.3% |
| Public Administration | 0.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Boone, North Carolina has a population of 19,534 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 50th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Boone, North Carolina is $28,633, with 13.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Boone, North Carolina is $373,600, with median monthly rent at $1,080 and a homeownership rate of 23.7%.
The median age in Boone, North Carolina is 21.5 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
The population has grown 17.4% since 2010 (17,111 → 20,080).
Boone town, NC Climate
Boone town, NC has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 1336 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
1336
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 94 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 103 mm |
| March | 5° / 42° | 130 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 109 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 127 mm |
| June | 18° / 65° | 120 mm |
| July | 20° / 69° | 118 mm |
| August | 20° / 67° | 114 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 112 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 111 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 109 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 89 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Boone town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Boone town, NC are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.