Alamance County, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in North Carolina
The population of Alamance County, North Carolina is 174,286 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in North Carolina. The median household income is $64,445, the median home value is $221,200, and the median age is 38.7.
The population of Alamance County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (151,437 → 183,040), a +1.36% annualized rate.
174,286
Population
+1.36%
Annual growth
412
People / sq mi
$64,445
Median Income
$221,200
Median Home Value
Alamance County covers 423 sq mi of land at 411.6 people per square mile.
About Alamance County, NC
Alamance County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US counties, at roughly 412 people per square mile. With 174,286 residents, Alamance County is a county in North Carolina. It ranks #15 among counties in North Carolina by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $64,445 — below the US median of $78,538. About 10.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $221,200, with typical rent around $1,007.
About 27.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. About 9.2% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Alamance County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Alamance County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Alamance County had a population of 151,437 in 2010 and 183,040 in 2024, a 20.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 183,040 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.36%.
183,040
Population (2024)
151,437
Population (2010)
183,040
Peak (2024)
1.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 151,437 |
| 2011 | 152,712 |
| 2012 | 153,299 |
| 2013 | 154,209 |
| 2014 | 155,439 |
| 2015 | 157,104 |
| 2016 | 160,358 |
| 2017 | 163,326 |
| 2018 | 166,516 |
| 2019 | 169,173 |
| 2020 | 171,620 |
| 2021 | 173,642 |
| 2022 | 176,544 |
| 2023 | 179,617 |
| 2024 | 183,040 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.8% |
| Black or African American | 19.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.7
Median Age
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Male
17.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.3% · Seniors (65+): 17.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $64,445$-5,459 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,268 |
| Per-capita income | $33,281 |
| Poverty rate | 10.4%+1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Alamance County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.4%
Carpool
80.1%
Public transit
9.2%
Work from home
25.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$221,200$-38,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,007
Median rent
65.6%
Homeownership rate
75,456
Total housing units
90.7%
Occupied
9.3%
Vacant
34.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.1%
With health insurance
94.2%
With broadband internet
27.8%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
12.4%
With a disability
84.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.5%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alamance County, North Carolina has a population of 174,286 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in North Carolina. Population density is 412 people per square mile.
The population of Alamance County has grown 20.9% since 2010 (151,437 → 183,040), a +1.36% annualized rate.
The median household income in Alamance County, North Carolina is $64,445, with mean (average) household income of $82,268 and per-capita income of $33,281. 10.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Alamance County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.8%), Black or African American (19.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Alamance County, North Carolina is 38.7 years. Residents are 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
The median home value in Alamance County is $221,200 and median monthly rent is $1,007. 65.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 75,456 total housing units, 9.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Alamance County, North Carolina is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.
Charlotte is among the largest cities associated with Alamance County, North Carolina, with a population of 886,283.
Alamance County, NC Climate
Alamance County, NC has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F) and receives about 1135 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.9°C
Avg Temp
1135
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 38° | 95 mm |
| February | 5° / 42° | 92 mm |
| March | 10° / 50° | 102 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 78 mm |
| May | 19° / 67° | 107 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 101 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 114 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 107 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 89 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 86 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 78 mm |
| December | 5° / 42° | 86 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 Alamance County, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Alamance County, 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 -2°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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