Mint Hill town, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mint Hill town, North Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Mint Hill town, North Carolina has a total population of 26,954, the 42nd largest city in North Carolina, with a median household income of $99,272, which is 42% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 42% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in North Carolina.

Mint Hill town Quick Facts

Population 26,954

Median Household Income $99,272

Median Home Value $386,900

Poverty Rate 8.7%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 46.2 years

Homeownership Rate 82.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.4%

High School Graduation Rate 92.7%

Diversity Index 52/100

Population 26,954 42nd of 774

Median Income $99,272 top 20%

Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $386,900 top 20%

How Mint Hill town Compares

Median Household Income

Mint Hill town

$99,272

$69,904

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mint Hill town

$386,900

$259,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.0%

$25K-$50K 12.6%

$50K-$100K 27.9%

$100K+ 49.6%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

65.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.5%

Renter 17.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.7%

18-34

17.0%

35-54

28.4%

55-74

26.3%

75+

8.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mint Hill town Rankings in North Carolina

#42 Population of 774

#75 Median Income of 774

#165 Education of 774

#87 Home Value of 774

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Cities Similar to Mint Hill town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Leland town	26,307	$88,576	$358,800	39.0%	5.8%
Matthews town	29,959	$105,579	$406,800	53.9%	4.0%
Clayton town	28,043	$73,348	$292,400	35.6%	8.1%
Kernersville town	27,439	$69,923	$264,000	36.2%	11.5%
Morrisville town	30,471	$125,404	$481,800	73.9%	4.8%

Population Overview

Mint Hill town is a mid-sized community located in North Carolina. The total population is 26,954. It ranks as the 42nd most populous out of 774 cities and towns in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mint Hill town is 46.2 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mint Hill town is $99,272. This is 42% higher than the state median of $69,904. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $386,900. Housing costs are 49% higher than the state median of $259,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mint Hill town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.9%.

Education

38.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 34.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mint Hill town, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 774 Census-designated places in North Carolina. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mint Hill town, North Carolina?

Mint Hill town, North Carolina has a population of 26,954 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mint Hill town, NC?

The median household income in Mint Hill town is $99,272, which is 26% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mint Hill town, NC?

The poverty rate in Mint Hill town is 8.7%. This means approximately 2,341 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mint Hill town, North Carolina?

Mint Hill town's population is 66.3% White, 14.9% Black, 11.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mint Hill town, NC?

The median home value in Mint Hill town is $386,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Mint Hill town, North Carolina?

38.4% of adults (25+) in Mint Hill town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.