Chapel Hill

NC

Orange County, North Carolina

Population 150K |Median income $90,089 |1 hospital

Population
149,678
Orange County
Median Income
$90,089
+33% vs avg
Median Home Value
$459,500
+102% vs avg
Median Age
36.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
150K+10%
Median Income
$90,089+62%
Median Home Value
$459,500+69%
Poverty Rate
12.5%-30%
Unemployment
3.6%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,496/mo
Poverty Rate
12.5% -12% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 61.8%
Work From Home 26.8%
Public Transit 4.2%

Population

White 68.5%
African American 10.5%
Asian 7.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
30.2%
Short Sleep Duration
29%
Obesity
28%
Physical Inactivity
18.1%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.3%
Current Asthma
10.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
10%
Diabetes
9.3%
Current Smoking
9.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 73.2%
Annual Checkup 79.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNC HOSPITALS
CHAPEL HILL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Chapel Hill Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Chapel Hill, NC? ▼
Chapel Hill, NC has a population of 149,678 people, located in Orange County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Chapel Hill? ▼
The median household income in Chapel Hill, NC is $90,089 per year. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
What is the median home value in Chapel Hill? ▼
The median home value in Chapel Hill, NC is $459,500. Median rent is $1,496/month.
What are the top health concerns in Chapel Hill? ▼
The top health indicators in Chapel Hill include High Blood Pressure (30.2%), Short Sleep Duration (29%), Obesity (28%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Chapel Hill? ▼
Chapel Hill has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Chapel Hill? ▼
The median age in Chapel Hill, NC is 36.1 years. 61.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Chapel Hill, NC is located in Orange County, North Carolina. With a population of 150K and a median household income of $90,089, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Chapel Hill area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Orange County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.