Weddington, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Weddington, North Carolina is 13,468 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 78th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $196,159, the median home value is $730,200, and the median age is 43.5.
The population has grown 50.3% since 2010 (9,573 → 14,391).
13,468
Population
768
People / sq mi
$196,159
Median Income
$730,200
Median Home Value
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Weddington covers 17.5 sq mi of land at 768 people per square mile.
About Weddington, NC
Homeownership is the standout figure in Weddington: 95.8% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 13,468 residents, Weddington is a city in North Carolina.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $196,159, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.1%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $730,200, with typical rent around $2,205.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 65.9% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. An unusually large 24.3% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Weddington, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Weddington town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Weddington town had a population of 9,573 in 2010 and 14,391 in 2024, a 50.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,391 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.04%.
14,391
Population (2024)
9,573
Population (2010)
14,391
Peak (2024)
3.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,573 |
| 2011 | 9,710 |
| 2012 | 9,870 |
| 2013 | 10,041 |
| 2014 | 10,268 |
| 2015 | 10,464 |
| 2016 | 10,618 |
| 2017 | 10,817 |
| 2018 | 11,007 |
| 2019 | 11,182 |
| 2020 | 13,248 |
| 2021 | 13,502 |
| 2022 | 13,732 |
| 2023 | 14,125 |
| 2024 | 14,391 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$196,159
Median Household Income
$81,118
Per Capita Income
4.1%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$730,200
Median Home Value
$2,205
Median Rent
95.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.3%
High School+
65.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
70.5%
Public Transit
24.3%
Work From Home
27.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
46.0%
Foreign Born
86.8%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
4.4%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.0% |
| Information | 14.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Manufacturing | 11.8% |
| Retail Trade | 10.1% |
| Construction | 6.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Public Administration | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Weddington, North Carolina has a population of 13,468 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 78th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Weddington, North Carolina is $196,159, with 4.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Weddington, North Carolina is $730,200, with median monthly rent at $2,205 and a homeownership rate of 95.8%.
The median age in Weddington, North Carolina is 43.5 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 50.3% since 2010 (9,573 → 14,391).
Weddington town, NC Climate
Weddington town, NC has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F) and receives about 1195 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.6°C
Avg Temp
1195
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 110 mm |
| February | 7° / 44° | 95 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 120 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 77 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 93 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 103 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 112 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 109 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 103 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 101 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 84 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 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 Weddington town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Weddington town, NC are typically May, September 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.