Chapel Hill, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Chapel Hill based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
59,889
2023 ACS
Median Income
$85,825
2023
Median Home Value
$576,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,483
2023
Median Age
25.8
Unemployment
4.6%
Cost of Living Index
160.6
100 = national avg
Chapel Hill is a city in Orange County, North Carolina, with a population of 59,889 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Chapel Hill is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Chapel Hill is $85,825, and the median home value is $576,500. The cost of living index is 160.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,483 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, and the median age is 25.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
59,889
Male
28,123
47.0%
Female
31,766
53.0%
Median Age
25.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
40.1%
High School or Higher
44.1%
Foreign Born
14.9%
Veterans
2.7%
Married
31.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.516
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
66.7%
Foreign Born
14.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
4,426 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
57,845
English Only
81.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
3,286 speakers
Limited English
4.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.1%
Limited English Proficiency
4.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,611
2.7% of population
Disability Rate
23.1%
373 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$59,871
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,510
93.7%
Female Veterans
101
6.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$59,871
Non-Veteran Income
$33,327
Difference
$26,544
79.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
373
Without Disability
1,238
Disability Rate
23.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
36,910
#1 Ancestry
English
12.8% (7,681)
#2 Ancestry
German
9.7% (5,822)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.3% (5,553)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
20,712
Family Households
10,527
50.8%
Married Couples
8,357
40.3%
Non-Family Households
10,185
49.2%
Single Mother Households
1,541
7.4%
Single Father Households
629
3.0%
Living Alone
6,769
32.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,391
In Married Couple
6,798
81.0%
With Single Mother
1,345
16.0%
With Single Father
248
3.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$169,161
Married Couple Income
$188,363
Single Mother Income
$65,020
Single Father Income
$128,727
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
668
Grandparents Responsible
278
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$85,825
+17% vs national
Per Capita Income
$50,216
+35% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.6%
+44% vs national
Gini Index
0.5488
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.6%
-11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.3%
of households
How Chapel Hill Compares
Chapel Hill vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Chapel Hill is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Chapel Hill, NC has a median household income of $85,825, making it the 7,419th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher median household income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Chapel Hill, NC has a per capita income of $50,216, making it the 4,450th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher per capita income than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Chapel Hill, NC has a poverty rate of 19.6%, making it the 7,445th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher poverty rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Chapel Hill, NC has a unemployment rate of 4.6%, making it the 12,582nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher unemployment rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Chapel Hill. The median household income here is $85,825.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
-20% vs NC avg
Labor Force
30,024
Employed
28,602
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
40.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
25.8
Work from Home
27.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
$169.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
160.6
100 = national avg
+60.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,661
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,017
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,507
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,711
per month
The median household income in Chapel Hill, NC is $85,825, which is 17.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $50,216. The poverty rate of 19.6% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5488, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 30,024. 40.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 48.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 160.6, which is 60.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 226.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,661 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$555,312
Median List Price
$490,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$298
Days on Market
74
Active Inventory
99
Months of Supply
3.7
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$617,489
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,796
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
18.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
37.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
27
New Listings
48
Pending Sales
32
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$298
Median List $/SF
$272
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Chapel Hill, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area, home prices have risen 460.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 152.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 118.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 61.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Durham-Chapel Hill, NC housing market rather than Chapel Hill alone.
Metro area: Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Chapel Hill vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Chapel Hill is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Chapel Hill, NC has a median home value of $576,500, making it the 2,360th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher median home value than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Chapel Hill, NC has a median rent of $1,483, making it the 4,175th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher median rent than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Chapel Hill, NC has a price per square foot of $298, making it the 3,670th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Chapel Hill, NC has a rent burden of 20.7%, making it the 7,796th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Chapel Hill has a higher rent burden than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$576,500
Median Rent
$1,483
Total Housing Units
23,205
Vacancy Rate
10.7%
Owner Occupied
48.7%
Renter Occupied
51.3%
Median Property Tax
$7,034
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,858
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$7,034
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
of home value
Median Home Value
$576,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$7,792
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($7,034) by the median home value ($576,500). In Chapel Hill, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 1.22%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Chapel Hill, NC is $555,312 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 74 days on the market. 18.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $298. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,796/month. About 48.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1988. There are 23,205 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,034. The effective tax rate is 1.22%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.72
per 1,000 residents
-34% vs national
Property Crime Rate
25.15
per 1,000 residents
+46% vs national
Total Crimes
1,717
2024
Violent Clearance
25%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-3.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Chapel Hill Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Chapel Hill vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Chapel Hill is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Chapel Hill police solve 100% of murder cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.02 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 8 | 0.13 | 12.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 29 | 0.45 | 17.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 72 | 1.13 | 27.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 217 | 3.40 | 10.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,271 | 19.89 | 7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 119 | 1.86 | 0.0% |
Chapel Hill, NC reported 110 violent crimes and 1,607 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.72 per 1,000 residents is 33.8% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 25% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,271 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 110 | 1,607 | 1.72 | 25.15 |
| 2023 | 116 | 1,683 | 1.78 | 25.87 |
| 2022 | 113 | 1,216 | 1.85 | 19.94 |
| 2021 | 121 | 1,283 | 1.88 | 19.93 |
| 2020 | 109 | 1,187 | 1.68 | 18.30 |
| 2019 | 58 | 926 | 0.94 | 15.07 |
| 2018 | 68 | 850 | 1.13 | 14.11 |
| 2017 | 86 | 1,284 | 1.44 | 21.56 |
| 2016 | 113 | 1,363 | 1.88 | 22.72 |
| 2015 | 74 | 1,156 | 1.24 | 19.31 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2012 | Mary Scroggs Elementary School | 1 | 0 | targeted | Charter Arms .44 Bulldog revolver |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
79.1
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
83.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
16.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
93.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
25
Public Assistance
$148.6M
Individual Assistance
$3.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Chantal → | Tropical Depression | Sep 2025 | $559K | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $143.3M | $2.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Hurricane | Jan 2019 | $128K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.2M | $342K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $967K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $276K | $88K |
| Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2003 | $988 | — |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $1.8M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $205K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $203K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 27 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
568
Total Claims Paid
$34,679,760
Avg Claim Payout
$61,056
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$1,323,637
Properties Protected
6
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.98
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $680,219 |
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $67,709 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $236,660 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 92.1: State Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $339,049 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Chapel Hill has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, lightning, heat wave. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 568 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $148,597,568 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,041,323 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
26.8%
9.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.6%
3.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.2%
4.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
2.3pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
29.1%
Arthritis
17.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.6%
Loneliness
34.5%
Lack of Support
20.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
28.4%
Mobility
8.3%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
2.5%
Independent Living
8.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Chapel Hill has an obesity rate of 26.8%, which is 9.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.6%, 3.1pp above the national average. About 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.7 mi
Unc Hospitals
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unc Hospitals | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Duke University Hospital | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Durham Va Medical Center | 7.5 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| North Carolina Specialty Hospital | 14.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Duke Regional Hospital | 14.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Pop. Served
3,373
Violations (5yr)
23
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKBRIDGE S/D | 1,042 | 1 |
| SOUTHERN TRACE S/D | 485 | 17 |
| ACRES OF SPACE MHP | 332 | 0 |
| HORSESHOE MOBILE ESTATES | 255 | 2 |
| DOGWOOD MHP | 228 | 0 |
| THE HILLS OF ROSEMONT | 192 | 0 |
| 70 EAST MOBILE ACRES | 140 | 0 |
| LAKEVIEW MOBILE ESTATES | 114 | 0 |
| WILLIAM`S MHP | 86 | 0 |
| SOUTH GROVE SUBDIVISION | 75 | 0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE | 71 | 0 |
| RILEY`S MHP | 65 | 0 |
| OAK GROVE MHP | 64 | 0 |
| TRINITY FARMS S/D | 42 | 0 |
| WOODLAND PARK | 41 | 1 |
| MANNSFIELD CONDOMINIUMS | 41 | 1 |
| CAROLANTIC PARK | 40 | 0 |
| CEDAR LAKE CONDO | 40 | 1 |
| WHITE DEER VILLAGE | 20 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
212.3K MT
Top Emitter
The University of NC Chapel Hill
169.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
The University of NC Chapel Hill State Of North Carolina | Other | 169,134 |
Orange County Regional Landfill Orange County North Carolina | Waste | 43,198 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 19 water systems serving the area. 23 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 212.3K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
48.1%
-39% vs national
Public Transit
6.6%
+631% vs national
Work From Home
27.1%
+192% vs national
Carpool
6.8%
Walk / Bike
10.3%
combined
How Chapel Hill's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Chapel Hill, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 48.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 27.1% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. Public transit is used by 6.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.8% of workers carpool. 7.7% walk to work. 2.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
84.0%
of households
No Internet
2.8%
of households
Total Households
20,712
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.0%
of households
Smartphone
94.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.4%
of households
Tablet
71.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-30% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Chapel Hill vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Population Served
3,373
Violations (5yr)
23
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCKBRIDGE S/D | Community | Ground water | 1,042 | 1 |
| SOUTHERN TRACE S/D | Community | Ground water | 485 | 17 |
| ACRES OF SPACE MHP | Community | Ground water | 332 | 0 |
| HORSESHOE MOBILE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 255 | 2 |
| DOGWOOD MHP | Community | Ground water | 228 | 0 |
| THE HILLS OF ROSEMONT | Community | Ground water | 192 | 0 |
| 70 EAST MOBILE ACRES | Community | Ground water | 140 | 0 |
| LAKEVIEW MOBILE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 114 | 0 |
| WILLIAM`S MHP | Community | Ground water | 86 | 0 |
| SOUTH GROVE SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 71 | 0 |
| RILEY`S MHP | Community | Ground water | 65 | 0 |
| OAK GROVE MHP | Community | Ground water | 64 | 0 |
| TRINITY FARMS S/D | Community | Ground water | 42 | 0 |
| WOODLAND PARK | Community | Ground water | 41 | 1 |
| MANNSFIELD CONDOMINIUMS | Community | Ground water | 41 | 1 |
| CAROLANTIC PARK | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
| CEDAR LAKE CONDO | Community | Ground water | 40 | 1 |
| WHITE DEER VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 20 | 0 |
93.0% of households in Chapel Hill have broadband internet access. 84.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.8% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 19 water systems, providing water to 3,373 people. A total of 23 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Chapel Hill is located in Orange County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Chapel Hill.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
65,444
74.9%
GOP Votes
20,806
23.8%
Total Votes
87,426
Margin
D+51.1%
Shift from 2020
No change
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 65,444 | 20,806 | 87,426 | 74.9% | 23.8% | D+51.1 |
| 2020 | 63,594 | 20,176 | 84,997 | 74.8% | 23.7% | D+51.1 |
| 2016 | 59,105 | 18,373 | 79,830 | 74.0% | 23.0% | D+51.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 87,426 total votes. Democrats won the county with 74.9% of the vote compared to 23.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+51.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted No change from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
797
Total Assets
$6.3B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
133.1
nonprofits
+193.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
130
Median Assets
$499K
Oldest Active
1929
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $4.3B of $6.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Chapel Hill
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFChapel Hill, NC has 797 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $6.3B. The most common category is Education, with 122 organizations. 130 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 133.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1929.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
367
Total Approved
$146.3M
Jobs Supported
2,804
Per 10K Residents
61.3
SBA loans
-17.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
87
Top Lender
Truist Bank
52 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
339
Total Amount
$128.5M
Avg Loan
$378,959
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$97.0M(75%)
Jobs Supported
2,451
Loans
28
Total Amount
$17.8M
Avg Loan
$636,643
Median Loan
$422,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
84
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$46.6M
32% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$555,092
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brainworks Daycare Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| The Franklin Hotel | 1 | $4.3M |
| Premium Screen & Patio Llc | 2 | $4.0M |
| Mart Enterprises Inc | 1 | $3.8M |
| Takeout Central Llc | 3 | $3.6M |
| The Broadview Group Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Brandwein's Bagels-chapel Hill One Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Dogwood Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort | 2 | $2.9M |
| N.s. Farrington & Co. Inc. | 1 | $2.7M |
| Saram Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
Chapel Hill, NC has received 367 SBA loans totaling $146.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 339 loans (92% of the total), supporting 2,451 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 28 loans totaling $17.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Chapel Hill is Truist Bank with 52 loans. That works out to 61.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
307,151
Avg Median Income
-$181,755,468
Avg Home Value
-$181,476,700
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27510 | 13,739 | $62,737 | $439,200 | $1,360 | 3.2 |
| 27514 | 32,612 | $94,167 | $628,700 | $1,491 | 19.6 |
| 27516 | 46,372 | $100,788 | $508,400 | $1,446 | 93.5 |
| 27517 | 28,676 | $124,821 | $571,900 | $1,518 | 46.0 |
| 27599 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 27701 | 24,881 | $66,852 | $457,600 | $1,279 | 5.3 |
| 27705 | 48,412 | $71,153 | $398,500 | $1,422 | 42.1 |
| 27707 | 50,865 | $72,432 | $371,500 | $1,364 | 20.7 |
| 27708 | 3,185 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 27709 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5.7 |
| 27713 | 58,409 | $96,900 | $380,500 | $1,460 | 35.4 |
Chapel Hill, NC has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 307,151. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$181,755,468. The average median home value is -$181,476,700. The average median monthly rent is -$181,817,151.
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