Mooresville, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mooresville, North Carolina is 51,447 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $88,592, the median home value is $348,500, and the median age is 36.6.
The population has grown 53.6% since 2010 (34,436 → 52,884).
51,447
Population
1880
People / sq mi
$88,592
Median Income
$348,500
Median Home Value
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Mooresville covers 27.4 sq mi of land at 1880 people per square mile.
About Mooresville, NC
Mooresville is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 55.5% of the population. With 51,447 residents, Mooresville is a city in North Carolina. It ranks #21 among cities in North Carolina by population.
The typical household here earns about $88,592, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.8%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $348,500, with typical rent around $1,505.
About 45.3% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 18.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Mooresville, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Mooresville town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mooresville town had a population of 34,436 in 2010 and 52,884 in 2024, a 53.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 53,891 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 3.33%.
52,884
Population (2024)
34,436
Population (2010)
53,891
Peak (2023)
3.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,436 |
| 2011 | 34,720 |
| 2012 | 35,065 |
| 2013 | 35,474 |
| 2014 | 35,894 |
| 2015 | 36,515 |
| 2016 | 37,168 |
| 2017 | 37,827 |
| 2018 | 38,398 |
| 2019 | 39,132 |
| 2020 | 50,562 |
| 2021 | 51,752 |
| 2022 | 52,784 |
| 2023 | 53,891 |
| 2024 | 52,884 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.9% |
| Black or African American | 10.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$88,592
Median Household Income
$42,955
Per Capita Income
6.8%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$348,500
Median Home Value
$1,505
Median Rent
57.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.8%
High School+
45.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
71.7%
Public Transit
18.2%
Work From Home
23.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
55.5%
Foreign Born
88.8%
Non-English at Home
6.6%
Veterans
9.1%
With Disability
91.8%
Health Insurance
98.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.3% |
| Manufacturing | 12.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.8% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Public Administration | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mooresville, North Carolina has a population of 51,447 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Mooresville, North Carolina is $88,592, with 6.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mooresville, North Carolina is $348,500, with median monthly rent at $1,505 and a homeownership rate of 57.3%.
The median age in Mooresville, North Carolina is 36.6 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has grown 53.6% since 2010 (34,436 → 52,884).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.