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).
Huntersville town, NC Climate
Huntersville town, NC has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F) and receives about 1150 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
1150
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 | 11° / 51° | 114 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 77 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 99 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 101 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 104 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 100 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 96 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 93 mm |
| November | 10° / 51° | 83 mm |
| December | 6° / 43° | 88 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 Huntersville town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Huntersville 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). 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.