Pinehurst, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pinehurst, North Carolina is 17,992 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 57th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $104,955, the median home value is $423,300, and the median age is 58.8.
The population has grown 25.1% since 2010 (14,792 → 18,502).
17,992
Population
1076
People / sq mi
$104,955
Median Income
$423,300
Median Home Value
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Pinehurst covers 16.7 sq mi of land at 1076 people per square mile.
About Pinehurst, NC
Age is the most distinctive thing about Pinehurst: a median age of 58.8, older than the national median. With 17,992 residents, Pinehurst is a city in North Carolina.
Median household income is $104,955, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 1.8% — below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $423,300, with typical rent around $1,790.
Pinehurst is among the best-educated US cities: 62.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 21.8%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Pinehurst — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Pinehurst village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pinehurst village had a population of 14,792 in 2010 and 18,502 in 2024, a 25.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,502 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.62%.
18,502
Population (2024)
14,792
Population (2010)
18,502
Peak (2024)
1.62%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,792 |
| 2011 | 14,875 |
| 2012 | 14,991 |
| 2013 | 15,165 |
| 2014 | 15,359 |
| 2015 | 15,582 |
| 2016 | 15,735 |
| 2017 | 16,073 |
| 2018 | 16,318 |
| 2019 | 16,620 |
| 2020 | 17,681 |
| 2021 | 18,119 |
| 2022 | 18,464 |
| 2023 | 18,477 |
| 2024 | 18,502 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$104,955
Median Household Income
$64,919
Per Capita Income
1.8%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$423,300
Median Home Value
$1,790
Median Rent
86.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.1%
High School+
62.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
69.5%
Public Transit
21.8%
Work From Home
26.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
66.5%
Foreign Born
95.2%
Non-English at Home
14.5%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.7% |
| Information | 8.1% |
| Manufacturing | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Construction | 3.1% |
| Retail Trade | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pinehurst, North Carolina has a population of 17,992 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 57th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Pinehurst, North Carolina is $104,955, with 1.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pinehurst, North Carolina is $423,300, with median monthly rent at $1,790 and a homeownership rate of 86.3%.
The median age in Pinehurst, North Carolina is 58.8 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 25.1% since 2010 (14,792 → 18,502).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.