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Elon, NC

North Carolina · Alamance County · Burlington Metro

Elon is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 11,325. Residents earn $82,717 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
11,325 Population 2,652/sq mi density
$82,717 Median Income $30,639 per capita
$355,800 Home Value $345,700 Zillow
$1,584 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
66 Violent Crime/100K 671 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,717 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$355,800 home value, $1,584/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
66 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,717
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $355,800
26% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 66/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.2%
58% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,584
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

How Elon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,325
Median Age21.9 yrs
Density2,652/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,717
Per Capita$30,639
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$9,014M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$355,800
Rent$1,584
Ownership66.0%
Zillow$345,700
Housing Units3,446
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent66/100K
Property671/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary278/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking13.1%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation703 ft (214 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.2%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+23.7%
School Score5.28

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Elon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Elon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elon is $82,717, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elon is $355,800, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,584 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Elon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 671 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

Elon is a highly educated community / 53.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Elon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Elon has a population of 11,325 with a density of 2,652 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 21.9 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.4% female and 42.6% male. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 8.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.2% of residents, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,325
Total Population
2,652
People / sq mi
21.9yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elon is $82,717, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,639 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,010, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,409 business establishments, including 370 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,717
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,639
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$67,841
Gini Index0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,409
County GDP$9,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare393
Retail609
Manufacturing189

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Elon is $355,800, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,700. Homes sell for 99.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,584 (36% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,446 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1996. The average annual property tax is $3,444. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$355,800
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,700
Median List Price$399,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,000
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops26.1%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,584
36% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,135
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units3,446
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Elon, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 16.1% report binge drinking. 20.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,595. The dentist ratio is 1:1,781. 80.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
4.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
5.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
8.8
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
43.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
154.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Elon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,595
Dentists1:1,781
Mental Health1:521
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities393
Elon has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 32.8 per 100,000, robbery at 24.6, rape at 8.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 671 per 100,000, 66% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 360, burglary at 278, vehicle theft at 33 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 25 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elon receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Elon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent65.5/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape8.2/100K
Robbery24.6/100K
Assault32.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property671.4/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary278.4/100K
Theft360.2/100K
Vehicle Theft32.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
Traffic Accidents33
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Elon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 703 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density2,652/sq mi
Coordinates36.1023°N, 79.5088°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAlamance County County
Nearest AirportPiedmont Triad International (GSO)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.57"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score77.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability24.4 / 100
Community Resilience51.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 130 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 135 km
Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 145 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 129 km
Aug 18, 2000 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia M2.7 127 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 29 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 144 km
Jul 8, 2023 Virginia-North Carolina border region M2.6 130 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 38 km
Jul 29, 2012 7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina M2.5 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Isaias (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Isaias Category 1 262 km
2018 Florence Category 2 255 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 293 km
2011 Irene Category 1 294 km
2004 Charley Category 1 266 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 175 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 248 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 251 km
1996 Fran Category 3 124 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 212 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 212 km
1984 Diana Category 4 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

251 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 20 fatalities, 471 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 73 km 4
Apr 19, 2019 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 87 km 6
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 54 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 80 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 79 km 0
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 54 km 2
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 30 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF3 67 km 0
May 22, 1985 EF3 68 km 0
Mar 24, 1969 EF3 86 km 1
Oct 7, 1965 EF3 58 km 1
Sep 27, 2024 EF2 70 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 35 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 15, 2018 EF2 23 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 91 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 75 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 84 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BULL MOUNTAIN (3,300 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 BULL MOUNTAIN 3,300 91 km
2020 UWH NARROWS DAM RX 1,222 92 km
2021 GRINDSTONE 1,106 91 km
2008 HIGHWAY 1 766 94 km
2019 ROBEDO SOUTH RX 727 96 km
2018 UNNAMED 665 99 km
2022 PINE ROAD 582 94 km
2022 UNNAMED 579 98 km
2020 UNNAMED 565 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
March 49°F (10°C) 4.0 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
June 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in
July 80°F (26°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 4.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in Driest
December 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in

Elon has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and November the driest (3.1").

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Elon is located in Alamance County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 53.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 23.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.5% of the vote, a 8.2-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 393 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
Traffic Accidents33
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.2%
58% above US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+23.7%
School Test Score5.28
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,652/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyAlamance County County

Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Avg Download Speed198.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed39.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants370
Retail Stores609

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%
Average costs for common services in Elon. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$629
Toddler$620
Preschool$488
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$649
Toddler$582
Preschool$607
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Alamance County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 12,374 494 $61,735 1.28
Retail Trade 9,433 625 $36,206 1.40
Manufacturing 8,821 222 $66,757 1.59
Accommodation & Food Services 7,522 395 $21,544 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 4,226 307 $37,429 1.06
Transportation & Warehousing 3,699 140 $43,608 1.29
Educational Services 2,159 48 $67,995 1.54
Wholesale Trade 2,072 198 $81,662 0.78
Other Services 1,797 346 $45,342 0.88
Professional & Technical Services 1,681 421 $82,368 0.36
Finance & Insurance 1,476 230 $95,461 0.54
Arts & Entertainment 769 65 $19,467 0.68
Real Estate 694 187 $58,619 0.66
Management of Companies 347 21 $120,375 0.30
Utilities 103 8 $99,718 0.40

Colleges & Universities in Elon

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Elon University Private Non-Profit · Graduate 7,475 67.3% $44,536 $44,536

Schools in Elon

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Western Alamance High High 1,036 63 16.4:1
Western Alamance Middle Middle 822 47 17.5:1
Elon Elementary Elementary 666 46 14.5:1
Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary Elementary 580 39 14.9:1
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Radio Stations near Elon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WCOM- LP 103.5 Carrboro, NC carrboro, community radio MP3 120 kbps
WXYC freeform MP3 128 kbps
WQFS alternative, americana MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Elon

23 national parks and monuments found near Elon.

ParkTypeFee
Carver's Creek State Park State Park Free
Deep River State Trail State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Eno River State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park National Military Park Free
Hanging Rock State Park State Park Free
Haw River State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail State Park Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Pilot Mountain State Park State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Smith Mountain Lake State Park State Park Free
Staunton River Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Staunton River State Park State Park Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Elon

3 trails found near Elon.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BIRKHEAD MOUNTAIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THORNBURG 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THORNBURG 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Elon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ELON UNIVERSITY BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3362782000$252,092,599
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF ALAMANCE COUNTYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3362287997$380,866
MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM1086 NC HWY 873366344949$157,280
ALAMANCE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3362268254$147,091
SNOW CAMP HISTORICAL DRAMA SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$107,925
CHARLOTTE HAWKINS BROWN HISTORIC FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6136 BURLINGTON RD3364494846
COVE CREEK GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3366210611
GIBSONVILLE MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION219 E MAIN STREET
GRAHAM HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION135 WEST ELM STREET3365134773
HAW RIVER HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM201 EAST MAIN STREET3365780784
HAWFIELDS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2422 S JIM MINOR RD
LIBERIAN HISTORY EDUCATION AND DEVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3364568075
MEBANE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9195635054
OLD TIME HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9106854253
PLEASANT GARDEN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TEXTILE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2406 GLENCOE STREET3362600038
WADSWORTH HISTORICAL RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM
WOODLAWNHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Elon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALAMANCE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES342 S SPRING ST0.0562,201

Farmers Markets in Elon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alamance County Farmers Market200 S. Main St.
Burlington Downtown Farmers MarketFront st. and Spring St.04/02/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
City of Mebane Parks & Recreation Farmers MarkeetClay Street
Elon Community Church Farmers Market Corner of Williamson Ave & Haggart Ave

Hotels in Elon

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Drury Inn & Suites Burlington
The Acorn Inn of Elon
The Inn at Elon

Restaurants in Elon

20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anna Maria's
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
Buffalo Wild Wings
Chili's
Drake's
Fat Frogg
La Fiesta Express
Little Italy Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Mediterranean Deli
Olive Garden
Pandora's Pies
Peking House
Piedmont Ale House
Red Bowl Asian Bistro
Red Lobster
Simply Thai
Skid's Restaurant
Taaza Indian Bistro
Texas Roadhouse
Vesuvio's Pizzeria

Cafes in Elon

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oak House
Starbucks
Starbucks

Cinemas in Elon

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carousel Cinemas at Alamance Crossing

Theatres in Elon

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Dentists in Elon

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DentalWorks
Haymore Family Dentistry
US #5921685698

Gas Stations in Elon

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BJ's Gas Station
Shell

Banks in Elon

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Elon

6 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Burn Boot Camp
Danieley Gym
Schar Center
South Gym
US #5921901754

Golf Courses in Elon

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Tee
Alamance Country Club

Breweries in Elon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cat's Placebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants6551 Us 29 Bus
Cuzz's Taverncocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, cocktail lounges, food and drink, drinki1532 N Graham Hopedale Rd3364370046Visit
Haw River Farmhouse AlesBrewery1713 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Church Rd3365259270Visit
Socos Beer Bar & Grill Llcbar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, Bars & Clubs, breweries & brew pubs, Child Care, restaura1138 N Nc Highway 493365782151, 3365783007

EV Charging Stations in Elon

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Elon University803 West Haggard AvenueBlink Network1J1772public
Elon University Inman Admissions Welcome Center - Tesla Destination100 Campus DrTesla Destination1TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Elon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
CANE CREEK MTN.TOWER176
CANE CREEK MTN.TOWER176
1109 TOWER DRTOWER146
1109 TOWER DRTOWER146
2700 LEES CHAPEL RDTOWER124
PLEASANT GARDEN CELL SITE - 6616 MCCLINTOCK ROADTOWER96
Liberty Cell Site - 4647 Starmount RoadTOWER74

Fire Stations in Elon

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Altamahaw-Ossipee Fire Department2806 N NC Highway 87Mostly volunteer336-584-0526
Elon Fire-Rescue219 S Williamson AVEMostly volunteer336-584-9190

Power Plants Near Elon

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
FACILE SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5OP
KATHERINE SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5CN
MANNING PV 1SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5OP
OSCEOLA SOLAR, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5CN
LOTUS SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICNOT AVAILABLE-79.5NOT AVAILABLE
LOTUSSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5OP

Bridges in Elon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200426133,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20132497,000G
SlabPrestressed concrete2008536,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20122496,250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20131456,250G
SlabPrestressed concrete2004852,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous1960591,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200864100F

Correctional Facilities in Elon

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
GUILFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S PRISON FARM7315 HOWERTON RDCOUNTY100134CLOSED

Amtrak Stations in Elon

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Burlington, NC101 North Main StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Elon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Piedmont Triad International AirportGSOLarge Airport
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Danville Regional AirportDANMedium Airport
Smith Reynolds AirportINTMedium Airport
Air Harbor AirportSmall Airport
Alpha Hotel AirportSmall Airport
Asheboro Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bethany AirportSmall Airport
BHH Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Blackbriar AirportSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Brooks FieldSmall Airport
Buck Hollar AirportSmall Airport
Burlington Alamance Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bush AirportSmall Airport
Caswell AirportSmall Airport
Causey AirportSmall Airport
Covington AirportSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Dakota Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Darr FieldSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Dead Dog AirportSmall Airport
Dean FieldSmall Airport
Deck AirparkSmall Airport
Delk's AirportSmall Airport
Derksen AirportSmall Airport
DS Butler Farm and AirfieldSmall Airport
Dusenbury FieldSmall Airport
Eagles Landing AirportSmall Airport
Fields AirportSmall Airport
Flint Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Fox Fire AirportSmall Airport
Gary Fox AirportSmall Airport
Gravely AirportSmall Airport
Greensboro Executive AirportSmall Airport
H & J Strip AirportSmall Airport
Hardaway FieldSmall Airport
Hiatt AirportSmall Airport
Hinshaw (Greenacres) AirportSmall Airport
Holeman FieldSmall Airport
K & D AirportSmall Airport
Kecks AirportSmall Airport
Kimrey AirportSmall Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Landis AirportSmall Airport
Larry F Warren FieldSmall Airport
Lewis AirstripSmall Airport
Lindsay AirportSmall Airport
Lonesome FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Elon

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alamance County Sheriff's Office109 South Maple Street
Burlington Police Department
Elon Police Department
Graham Police Department216 South Maple Street
Mebane Police Department116 West Center Street

Grocery Stores in Elon

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
1 Pit Stop grab&go#14Convenience Store807 W Haggard Ave
BJ's Membership Club 357Super Store1433 Boone Station Dr
Circle K 2720112Convenience Store110 W Haggard Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 8530Other1301 S Williamson Ave
DOLLARTREE 9345Other1389 Boone Station Dr
FOOD LION 465Supermarket3535 S Church St
Hermanos Carbajal Inc 0Grocery Store3263A S Church St
L And M Mini MartConvenience Store3503 S Church St
TARGET STORE T-2037Super Store1475 University Dr
Walgreens 17900Other3465 S Church St

Post Offices in Elon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in Elon

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Apogee Home TwoMental Health919-280-3259
Fellowship Hall IncSubstance Abuse800-659-3381
Life Changes Counseling - Life Changes Dwi CenterSubstance Abuse336-228-7600

DOL Wage Violations in Elon

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $21,572 in back wages owed to 51 employees.

5
Violations
$21,572
Back Wages Owed
51
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Kemco Of Burlington 27244 1 $12,158 $450 27
Subway Subway 27244 1 $5,053 $505 10
International Inventory Management 27244 1 $3,944 $329 12
Blackwell Rest Homes 27244 1 $264 $264 1
TOWN OF ELON - POLICE DEPARTMENT [OSHA] 27244 Police Protection 1 $153 $153 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elon

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALTAMAHAW BAPTIST CHURCH AND DAY CARE3445 ALTAMAHAW CHURCH ST
CHABAD SERVING ELON AND SURROUNDINGS INC221 FOSTER DR
CROSSWAY CHURCH INC3647 ALTAMAHAW CHURCH STREET
DAVIS STREET METHODIST CHURCH1630 WESTBROOK AVE
ELON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH113 LYNN ST
FOLLOWERS OF THE WAY INC3153 UNDERWOOD RD
GATHERING- A CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY108 ARBOR DR
MACKS CHAPEL UNITED HOLY CHURCH3334C OSSIPEE CHURCH RD
POWER LINE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE701 MANNING AVE
WELL CHURCH NC1024 BROOKVIEW DR

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UFO Sightings
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Haunted Places
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elon

What is the population of Elon?

Elon has a population of 11,325 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 2,652 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.4% female and 42.6% male.

Is Elon expensive to live in?

Elon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $82,717, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $355,800 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,584 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Elon safe?

Elon is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 671 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Elon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elon?

Elon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Elon?

The job market in Elon is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,010. There are 4,409 business establishments in the area, including 370 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elon?

The median home value in Elon is $355,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,700. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,584. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,444.

How are the schools in Elon?

Schools in Elon score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 53.2% of adults in Elon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 23.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elon?

The obesity rate in Elon is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.1% of adults are smokers. 20.2% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 80.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,595.

What is transportation like in Elon?

The average commute in Elon is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elon is 83.4% White, 8.7% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 10.3% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

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