Hope Mills, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hope Mills, North Carolina is 17,823 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 59th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $60,671, the median home value is $176,300, and the median age is 33.3.
The population has grown 19.1% since 2010 (15,198 → 18,102).
17,823
Population
1972
People / sq mi
$60,671
Median Income
$176,300
Median Home Value
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Hope Mills covers 9.0 sq mi of land at 1972 people per square mile.
About Hope Mills, NC
Hope Mills skews on age — the median resident is 33.3, younger than the national median. With 17,823 residents, Hope Mills is a city in North Carolina.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $60,671, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.6%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $176,300, with typical rent around $1,097.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 23.6%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Hope Mills town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hope Mills town had a population of 15,198 in 2010 and 18,102 in 2024, a 19.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,102 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.30%.
18,102
Population (2024)
15,198
Population (2010)
18,102
Peak (2024)
1.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,198 |
| 2011 | 15,487 |
| 2012 | 15,450 |
| 2013 | 15,766 |
| 2014 | 15,832 |
| 2015 | 15,654 |
| 2016 | 15,663 |
| 2017 | 15,799 |
| 2018 | 15,779 |
| 2019 | 15,849 |
| 2020 | 17,821 |
| 2021 | 17,897 |
| 2022 | 17,860 |
| 2023 | 18,060 |
| 2024 | 18,102 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.5% |
| Black or African American | 34.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,671
Median Household Income
$29,283
Per Capita Income
13.6%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$176,300
Median Home Value
$1,097
Median Rent
63.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
23.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.2%
Public Transit
7.4%
Work From Home
26.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.6%
Foreign Born
88.3%
Non-English at Home
17.8%
Veterans
15.8%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.2% |
| Public Administration | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hope Mills, North Carolina has a population of 17,823 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 59th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Hope Mills, North Carolina is $60,671, with 13.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hope Mills, North Carolina is $176,300, with median monthly rent at $1,097 and a homeownership rate of 63.4%.
The median age in Hope Mills, North Carolina is 33.3 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 19.1% since 2010 (15,198 → 18,102).
Hope Mills town, NC Climate
Hope Mills town, NC has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F) and receives about 1192 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.6°C
Avg Temp
1192
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 102 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 92 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 110 mm |
| April | 16° / 62° | 76 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 92 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 112 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 138 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 128 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 79 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 73 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 83 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 Hope Mills town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Hope Mills town, NC are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.