Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,534 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 31,123 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 14,706 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 17,598 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 13,892 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,308 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,841 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $223,290 ▼ 20% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $988/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 79,526 |
| Vacant Units | 7,306 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Alamance County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 183,791 residents. With a median age of 38.23, it is a middle-aged county.
Alamance County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,840 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Alamance County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $223,290 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $988. Homeownership rates are high at 67.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Alamance County are majority White (59.64%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Alamance County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27201 | Alamance | 135 | $55,179 | $159,200 | — | 0.0% | 37.9% |
| 27215 | Burlington | 45,967 | $66,669 | $241,700 | $1,112 | 2.9% | 51.3% |
| 27217 | Burlington | 40,561 | $50,770 | $164,900 | $859 | 8.0% | 28.1% |
| 27244 | Elon | 16,652 | $70,982 | $248,500 | $831 | 3.9% | 50.4% |
| 27253 | Graham | 32,688 | $62,020 | $212,300 | $975 | 6.3% | 38.9% |
| 27258 | Haw River | 7,162 | $71,875 | $198,000 | $856 | 3.8% | 41.3% |
| 27302 | Mebane | 34,222 | $81,875 | $275,400 | $1,130 | 3.0% | 45.3% |
| 27349 | Snow Camp | 6,225 | $69,375 | $202,100 | $778 | 5.9% | 32.3% |