Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 265 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,581 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 3,607 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,801 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 2,501 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,548 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,536 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,042 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $742/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,681 |
| Vacant Units | 2,101 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Alexander County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,947 residents. With a median age of 43.42, it is a middle-aged county.
Alexander County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,536 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Alexander County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $193,042 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $742. Homeownership rates are high at 82.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Alexander County are primarily White (85.48%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Alexander County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28636 | Hiddenite | 5,129 | $67,917 | $209,500 | $781 | 7.3% | 18.8% |
| 28678 | Stony Point | 4,701 | $70,940 | $203,100 | $830 | 3.9% | 23.5% |
| 28681 | Taylorsville | 26,117 | $61,343 | $188,000 | $719 | 5.2% | 29.4% |