Living in Alamance County, North Carolina

Alamance County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 158,276, part of the Burlington, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Graham, Elon, Haw River.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,331/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $277K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 52°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Alamance County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.