Elon, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
11,325 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,717 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
30.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$355,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,519 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alamance County
3
Burlington Metro Area
3
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alamance County
3
Burlington Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 38
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 4 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NC State Senate District 25, NC State House District 64, NC
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Schools

Elon Elementary
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Gibsonville Elementary
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
The Burlington School
2 miles, E • 5 star
Marvin B Smith Elementary
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Elon University
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Alamance Community College
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Alamance Regional Medical Center
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
University of North Carolina Hospital
29 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
43 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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