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Elon, NC Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Victoria Stewart

Life in Elon as a young professional

OK so I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $82,717 in Elon. Crime rate is something to consider -Elon sits at 65.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Wo...

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Victoria Stewart

Co-working spaces in Elon?

Hello, I've been here for 1 years and The unemployment rate is 1.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 11,325, Elon is a small town. Crime rate is something to consider -Elon sits at 65.5 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no su...

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Kaylee Carter

Working in Elon -salaries realistic?

Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Elon sits at 65.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $355,800 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some no...

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Ariana Nguyen

Best coffee shops in Elon?

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Elon sits at 65.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thanks for reading. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There...

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Denise H.

Elon housing prices -when will it stop?

Random thought, Household incomes average around $82,717 in Elon. Homes are going for about $355,800 on average. With a population of 11,325, Elon is a small town. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Let me know your thoughts. The c...

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Nora J.

First time home buyer in Elon

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 1.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 11,325, Elon is a small town. Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for famili...

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Lucas Wilson

Best and worst neighborhoods in Elon

Curious what people think. I'm retired and Median household income is $82,717, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,584 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Elon sits at 65.5 per 100K. Rent is about $1,584/month for a decent place. People here are gen...

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Lucas Wilson

Job market in Elon for tech?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What are your go-to spots? TIA!

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Melanie Ramos

Cheapest neighborhoods in Elon?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and With a population of 11,325, Elon is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot b...

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Lucas Wilson

Is public transit usable in Elon?

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 16 years and You can expect to pay around $1,584 for rent here. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a small town city with about 11,325 people. With a population of 11,325, Elon is a small town. Rent is about $1,584/mon...

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