Summerfield, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Summerfield, North Carolina is 11,031 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 90th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $151,131, the median home value is $490,100, and the median age is 44.4.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (10,265 → 11,333).
11,031
Population
418
People / sq mi
$151,131
Median Income
$490,100
Median Home Value
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Summerfield covers 26.4 sq mi of land at 418 people per square mile.
About Summerfield, NC
Summerfield stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 418 people per square mile. Summerfield is a city in North Carolina with a population of 11,031.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $151,131, putting Summerfield near the top of US cities. Poverty runs at 6.5%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $490,100, with typical rent around $1,148.
About 59.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. An unusually large 24.9% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Summerfield town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Summerfield town had a population of 10,265 in 2010 and 11,333 in 2024, a 10.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,376 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.72%.
11,333
Population (2024)
10,265
Population (2010)
11,376
Peak (2019)
0.72%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,265 |
| 2011 | 10,387 |
| 2012 | 10,494 |
| 2013 | 10,647 |
| 2014 | 10,789 |
| 2015 | 10,897 |
| 2016 | 11,068 |
| 2017 | 11,161 |
| 2018 | 11,226 |
| 2019 | 11,376 |
| 2020 | 10,956 |
| 2021 | 10,991 |
| 2022 | 11,096 |
| 2023 | 11,218 |
| 2024 | 11,333 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$151,131
Median Household Income
$67,127
Per Capita Income
6.5%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$490,100
Median Home Value
$1,148
Median Rent
90.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.0%
High School+
59.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
24.9%
Work From Home
26.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
46.6%
Foreign Born
91.7%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
9.8%
With Disability
95.2%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.8% |
| Manufacturing | 16.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.6% |
| Construction | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Summerfield, North Carolina has a population of 11,031 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 90th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Summerfield, North Carolina is $151,131, with 6.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Summerfield, North Carolina is $490,100, with median monthly rent at $1,148 and a homeownership rate of 90.6%.
The median age in Summerfield, North Carolina is 44.4 years. The population is 46.4% male and 53.6% female.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (10,265 → 11,333).
Summerfield town, NC Climate
Summerfield town, NC has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F) and receives about 1134 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.2°C
Avg Temp
1134
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 87 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 89 mm |
| March | 9° / 49° | 101 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 81 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 106 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 118 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 103 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 93 mm |
| October | 14° / 58° | 91 mm |
| November | 9° / 49° | 78 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 87 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 Summerfield town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Summerfield town, NC are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). July 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.