Elon, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elon, North Carolina is 11,325 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $82,717, the median home value is $355,800, and the median age is 21.9.
The population has grown 20.1% since 2010 (9,394 → 11,282).
11,325
Population
2650
People / sq mi
$82,717
Median Income
$355,800
Median Home Value
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Elon covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 2650 people per square mile.
About Elon, NC
Age is the most distinctive thing about Elon: a median age of 21.9, younger than the national median. With 11,325 residents, Elon is a city in North Carolina.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $82,717 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $355,800, with typical rent around $1,584.
About 53.2% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.6%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Elon town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elon town had a population of 9,394 in 2010 and 11,282 in 2024, a 20.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,232 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 1.45%.
11,282
Population (2024)
9,394
Population (2010)
12,232
Peak (2019)
1.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,394 |
| 2011 | 9,480 |
| 2012 | 9,417 |
| 2013 | 9,525 |
| 2014 | 9,865 |
| 2015 | 9,951 |
| 2016 | 11,587 |
| 2017 | 11,701 |
| 2018 | 12,131 |
| 2019 | 12,232 |
| 2020 | 10,932 |
| 2021 | 10,783 |
| 2022 | 10,992 |
| 2023 | 11,184 |
| 2024 | 11,282 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$82,717
Median Household Income
$30,639
Per Capita Income
4.6%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$355,800
Median Home Value
$1,584
Median Rent
66.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.4%
High School+
53.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
70.8%
Public Transit
9.6%
Work From Home
21.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
59.9%
Foreign Born
93.9%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
94.9%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 38.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 18.8% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Construction | 2.7% |
| Information | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Retail Trade | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elon, North Carolina has a population of 11,325 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Elon, North Carolina is $82,717, with 4.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elon, North Carolina is $355,800, with median monthly rent at $1,584 and a homeownership rate of 66.0%.
The median age in Elon, North Carolina is 21.9 years. The population is 42.6% male and 57.4% female.
The population has grown 20.1% since 2010 (9,394 → 11,282).
Elon town, NC Climate
Elon town, NC has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F) and receives about 1138 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.5°C
Avg Temp
1138
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 38° | 91 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 91 mm |
| March | 9° / 49° | 101 mm |
| April | 14° / 58° | 80 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 108 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 102 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 117 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 105 mm |
| September | 21° / 70° | 91 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 87 mm |
| November | 10° / 49° | 78 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 87 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 Elon town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Elon town, NC are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.