Elon

Alamance County, North Carolina

Population 177K |Median income $65,651 |1 hospital

Population

176,893

Alamance County

Median Income

$65,651

-3% vs avg

Median Home Value

$241,500

+6% vs avg

Median Age

38.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

177K+16%

Median Income

$65,651+53%

Median Home Value

$241,500+76%

Poverty Rate

13.4%-27%

Unemployment

5.1%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,064/mo

Poverty Rate

13.4% -6% vs avg

Unemployment 5.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.7%

Work From Home 11.3%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 60.2%

African American 19.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.5%

High Blood Pressure

36.5%

Short Sleep Duration

35.5%

Physical Inactivity

24.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.2%

Binge Drinking

14.1%

Current Smoking

13.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.2%

Diabetes

12.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.1%

Annual Checkup 80%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.7%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ALAMANCE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

BURLINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Elon Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

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

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 36m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 36m 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 Elon, NC? ▼

Elon, NC has a population of 176,893 people, located in Alamance County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Elon? ▼

The median household income in Elon, NC is $65,651 per year. The poverty rate is 13.4%.

What is the median home value in Elon? ▼

The median home value in Elon, NC is $241,500. Median rent is $1,064/month.

What are the top health concerns in Elon? ▼

The top health indicators in Elon include Obesity (38.5%), High Blood Pressure (36.5%), Short Sleep Duration (35.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Elon? ▼

Elon has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Elon? ▼

The median age in Elon, NC is 38.9 years. 28.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elon, NC is located in Alamance County, North Carolina. With a population of 177K and a median household income of $65,651, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Elon 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 (Alamance 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.