Township 12
RANK #186 / 996 NAT · #10 / 51 NC · POP 171,779
1YR FORECAST: +0.3%
5YR OUTLOOK: +32%
The Haw River, a central feature of Alamance County, North Carolina, flows through a landscape rich in both natural beauty and historical significance. Located in the north-central Piedmont region, the county is situated between the major metropolitan areas of the Triad and the Triangle. This positioning means residents experience a blend of small-town atmosphere in places like Mebane and Graham, alongside convenient access to larger cities for work or amenities. The Haw River Trail offers opportunities for hiking, paddling, and exploring former textile mill villages, connecting residents with the area's past and its natural environment.
Life in Alamance County offers a balance of community and accessibility. Many families and young professionals reside here, with public schools generally performing above average. Commute options include local Link Transit bus routes and regional PART Express services, connecting to nearby cities like Greensboro and Chapel Hill. The economy, historically rooted in textiles, has seen recent growth in industrial and logistics sectors, attracting new investments and job creation. This economic evolution provides opportunities for residents, including those who may commute or work remotely.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 4.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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UPS Package Sorting Hub
UPS
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$316M | Operating |
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Walmart Distribution Center Expansion
Walmart
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$50M | Planned |
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Alamance Foods Expansion
Alamance Foods, Inc.
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$42M | Operating |
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Sunlight Batteries USA Facility
Sunlight Batteries USA Inc.
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$40M | Operating |
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Quaker Creek Farm Solar
Quaker Creek Farm Solar, LLC
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$35M | Planned |
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Community Solar Portfolio (7 projects)
Cypress Creek Renewables and others
|
$30M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Alamance County ranks #186 out of 996 U.S. counties on the Boom Town Index with a score of 81/100, putting it in the top tier nationally. Job growth of +1.7% and a median household income of $60,866 point to a county with active economic momentum.
Housing in Alamance County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $197,700 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.31, with rents averaging $959/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Alamance County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +1.5% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +1.7% clip. Home values shifted +0.9% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 4.22% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Alamance County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.