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Elon, NC

Elon is a town in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Burlington metropolitan statistical area. The population as of the 2020 census was 11,324. The town of Elon is home to Elon University.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.9 square miles (10.2 km²), of which 3.9 square miles (10.1 km²) is land and 0.039 square miles (0.1 km²), or 1.23%, is water.

Elon began in 1881 as a North Carolina Railroad depot in between the stations of Goldsboro and Charlotte, called "Mill Point” because it was envisioned to be a shipping point for area cotton mills. Locals called it “Boone’s Crossing.” Because of a growing population, a post office was built, which established a more permanent residency in 1888. 

In 1889, the local Christian Assembly created an institution of higher learning called the “Graham Normal College”. The founders of Elon College named the school “Elon”, because they understood that to be the Hebrew word for oak, and the area contained many oak trees. The town was called "Elon College" until the college known as Elon College became Elon University. The town then changed its name officially to Elon.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 11,336 people, 3,465 households, and 1,888 families residing in the town.

As of the census of 2010, there were 9,419 people, 2,794 households, and 1,357 families residing in the town. The population density was 2,415.1 inhabitants per square mile (932.5/km²). There were 3,063 housing units at an average density of 785.4 per square mile (303.2/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 86.7% White, 8.5% African American, 0.1% Native American, 2% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.1% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.6% of the population.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 30.1% under the age of 20, 30.7% from 20 to 24, 9.5% from 25 to 44, 13.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 21.8 years.

The median income for a household in the town was $49,542, and the median income for a family was $86,985. The per capita income for the town was $23,313. About 0% of families and 18.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.2% of those under age 18 and 3.7% of those age 65 or over.

Health and wellness are paramount in Elon, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Kernodle Clinic stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Elon Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes Fitness Campus Recreation & Wellness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Elon, such as the Shallow Ford Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue Loop, Davidson Park Trail, and Beth Schmidt Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Elon, NC are the Children's Museum of Alamance County, Textile Heritage Museum, and Rhodes Stadium. 

Population: 11,336 (2020). ZIP Code: 27244. Area code: 336. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Area: 4.22 sq mi (10.94 km²).

FAQs

Is Elon, NC a good place to live?

Living in Elon offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Elon, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Elon and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Elon are above average.

What is the ethnicity of Elon, NC?

Elon, NC is home to a population of 11.2k people, of which 97.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.99% of Elon, NC residents were born outside of the country (445 people). In 2022, there were 12 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (9.23k people) in Elon, NC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 771 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 339 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Elon, NC expensive?

Elon, North Carolina's cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. Elon's housing expenses are 20% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 7% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 23% lower than the national average.

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Wikipedia

Town of Elon

Kernodle Clinic

Elon Parks and Recreation Department

Fitness Campus Recreation & Wellness

Shallow Ford Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue Loop

Davidson Park Trail 

Beth Schmidt Park

Children's Museum of Alamance County

Textile Heritage Museum

Rhodes Stadium

Niche

Data USA

Payscale

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