Huntersville, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Huntersville, North Carolina is 62,458 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $119,951, the median home value is $439,300, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 42.4% since 2010 (47,103 → 67,087).
62,458
Population
1493
People / sq mi
$119,951
Median Income
$439,300
Median Home Value
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Huntersville covers 41.8 sq mi of land at 1493 people per square mile.
About Huntersville, NC
Huntersville is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 54.4% of the population. With 62,458 residents, Huntersville is a city in North Carolina. It ranks #16 among cities in North Carolina by population.
Median household income is $119,951, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.3% — below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $439,300, with typical rent around $1,742.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 57.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Working from home is common here: 26.1% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Huntersville, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Huntersville town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Huntersville town had a population of 47,103 in 2010 and 67,087 in 2024, a 42.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 67,087 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.57%.
67,087
Population (2024)
47,103
Population (2010)
67,087
Peak (2024)
2.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 47,103 |
| 2011 | 48,184 |
| 2012 | 49,424 |
| 2013 | 50,673 |
| 2014 | 51,728 |
| 2015 | 52,973 |
| 2016 | 55,273 |
| 2017 | 56,385 |
| 2018 | 57,212 |
| 2019 | 58,098 |
| 2020 | 61,609 |
| 2021 | 61,944 |
| 2022 | 63,914 |
| 2023 | 65,367 |
| 2024 | 67,087 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 70.9% |
| Black or African American | 13.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$119,951
Median Household Income
$59,140
Per Capita Income
2.3%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$439,300
Median Home Value
$1,742
Median Rent
72.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.0%
High School+
57.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
65.7%
Public Transit
26.1%
Work From Home
27.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
54.4%
Foreign Born
88.6%
Non-English at Home
6.0%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Information | 15.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.2% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Construction | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.6% |
| Public Administration | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Huntersville, North Carolina has a population of 62,458 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Huntersville, North Carolina is $119,951, with 2.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Huntersville, North Carolina is $439,300, with median monthly rent at $1,742 and a homeownership rate of 72.4%.
The median age in Huntersville, North Carolina is 39.9 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 42.4% since 2010 (47,103 → 67,087).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.