Holly Springs, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Holly Springs, North Carolina is 43,429 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $132,435, the median home value is $485,500, and the median age is 36.3.
The population has grown 95.0% since 2010 (24,964 → 48,674).
43,429
Population
2234
People / sq mi
$132,435
Median Income
$485,500
Median Home Value
Get Holly Springs's next ACS population data
Subscribe for Population Review updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Holly Springs covers 19.4 sq mi of land at 2234 people per square mile.
About Holly Springs, NC
What sets Holly Springs apart is where people work — remote work is unusually prominent here, at 30.5% versus 14.0% nationally. Holly Springs is a city in North Carolina with a population of 43,429. It ranks #25 among cities in North Carolina by population.
Households take in a median $132,435, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Only 2.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $485,500, with typical rent around $1,858.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 67.7% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Working from home is common here: 30.5% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Holly Springs — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Holly Springs town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Holly Springs town had a population of 24,964 in 2010 and 48,674 in 2024, a 95.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,674 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.90%.
48,674
Population (2024)
24,964
Population (2010)
48,674
Peak (2024)
4.90%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,964 |
| 2011 | 25,839 |
| 2012 | 26,934 |
| 2013 | 28,964 |
| 2014 | 30,181 |
| 2015 | 31,369 |
| 2016 | 33,293 |
| 2017 | 35,147 |
| 2018 | 36,693 |
| 2019 | 37,812 |
| 2020 | 41,574 |
| 2021 | 43,483 |
| 2022 | 45,894 |
| 2023 | 46,558 |
| 2024 | 48,674 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 76.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$132,435
Median Household Income
$51,487
Per Capita Income
2.7%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$485,500
Median Home Value
$1,858
Median Rent
83.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.7%
High School+
67.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
63.2%
Public Transit
30.5%
Work From Home
28.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
53.0%
Foreign Born
88.2%
Non-English at Home
6.0%
Veterans
5.4%
With Disability
96.8%
Health Insurance
99.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 24.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.2% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Information | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Retail Trade | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
Largest cities in North Carolina
Largest counties in North Carolina
Part of North Carolina
Metro areas in North Carolina
City rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
Holly Springs, North Carolina has a population of 43,429 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Holly Springs, North Carolina is $132,435, with 2.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Holly Springs, North Carolina is $485,500, with median monthly rent at $1,858 and a homeownership rate of 83.4%.
The median age in Holly Springs, North Carolina is 36.3 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 95.0% since 2010 (24,964 → 48,674).
Holly Springs town, NC Climate
Holly Springs town, NC has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1166 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.3°C
Avg Temp
1166
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 101 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 94 mm |
| March | 10° / 51° | 109 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 77 mm |
| May | 19° / 67° | 101 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 100 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 119 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 115 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 103 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 83 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 80 mm |
| December | 6° / 43° | 84 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 Holly Springs town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Holly Springs town, NC are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -1°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
Where to stay near Holly Springs
Visiting or relocating to Holly Springs, NC? Compare hotels and short-term rentals across the metro — live availability and prices.
Top-rated places to stay near Holly Springs
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a move to Holly Springs?
Get relocation and cost-of-living insights for Holly Springs, NC by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
More from North Carolina
Population 886,283
Population 470,763
Population 298,564
Population 288,465
Population 250,887
Full rankings of North Carolina cities by population
Statewide data for North Carolina
Population, race, income, age, and trends across North Carolina
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.