Alamance County

As of the latest data, Alamance County, NC has approximately 171,415 residents. The racial composition is around 68.3% White, 18.9% Black or African American, 9.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.4% Asian, and 1.1% other races. The median household income is approximately $49,928, with about 16.5% of the population living below the poverty line. The age distribution shows a median age of 38.8 years, with 22% under 18, and 18% over 65. The county covers an area of about 435 square miles. Data may vary with new census updates.

As of 2023, Alamance County, NC, has a median home value of approximately $250,000. The median rent is around $1,200 per month. The homeownership rate is about 63%, and approximately 30% of the population rents. The median household income is around $53,000. Recent years have seen a 5-10% annual increase in property values, reflecting growing demand and limited supply. Construction of new homes is ongoing to meet this demand.

Alamance County, NC, holds elections for various local, state, and federal positions. As of recent elections:

2022 General Election Highlights:

• Registered Voters: ~106,900
• Voter Turnout: ~56.5% of registered voters

Key Races and Candidates:

1. U.S. Senate:

   • Ted Budd (R) vs. Cheri Beasley (D)

2. U.S. House (NC-4):

   • Valerie Foushee (D) vs. Courtney Geels (R)

3. NC State Senate (District 25):

   • Amy Galey (R) vs. Sean Ewing (D)

4. NC State House (District 63):

   • Stephen Ross (R) vs. Ricky Hurtado (D)

Local races include positions for County Commissioners, Sheriff, Board of Education, and judicial seats. For detailed and updated election information, visit the Alamance County Board of Elections website.

As of the most recent data, in Alamance County, NC, 87.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, while 21.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school completion is roughly 88.5%, and the bachelor's degree attainment rate is 33.1%. North Carolina's state averages are 87.8% for high school diplomas and 31.6% for bachelor's degrees or higher. While Alamance County closely aligns with national and state averages in high school completion, it falls behind in higher education attainment.

As of the most recent data, Alamance County, NC, boasts an employment figure of approximately 83,000 jobs. The unemployment rate is around 3.6%, closely mirroring the national average of 3.7% and the North Carolina state average of 3.8%.

Top industries in Alamance County include manufacturing (accounting for about 20% of the workforce), healthcare and social assistance (16%), retail trade (11%), and educational services (9%).

Comparatively, the national average for employment in manufacturing is about 8%, significantly lower than in Alamance County. The healthcare sector nationally employs roughly 14% of the workforce, while in North Carolina, this figure is slightly higher at around 15%.

Alamance County particularly stands out in manufacturing, which continues to be a cornerstone of its economy, providing a higher proportion of local jobs compared to both state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Alamance County, NC has an average household income of approximately $51,869. In comparison:

• The average household income in North Carolina is around $57,341.
• Nationally, the average household income stands at about $68,703.

Here's a brief comparison in tabular form:

These figures indicate that Alamance County's average household income is below both the state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Alamance County, North Carolina has a crime rate of approximately 30.36 per 1,000 residents annually. This encompasses both violent and property crimes. The county's crime rate is higher than the national average, particularly in violent crimes.

The violent crime rate includes offenses such as homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. Property crimes include burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. For a more granular breakdown of specific crime rates and trends, local law enforcement agencies or public safety departments typically provide detailed annual reports.