Summerfield, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Summerfield, North Carolina Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Summerfield, North Carolina had a total population of 11,116, the 89th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $160,275, which is 121% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 121% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in North Carolina.
59.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in North Carolina.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Summerfield Quick Facts

Population 11,116

Median Household Income $160,275

Median Home Value $521,900

Poverty Rate 7.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 44.0 years

Homeownership Rate 93.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 59.5%

High School Graduation Rate 99.0%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 11,116 89th of 772

Median Income $160,275 top 10%

Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower than national

Median Home Value $521,900 top 10%

How Summerfield Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	11,031	11,116	+0.8%
Median household income	$151,131	$160,275	+6.1%
Median home value	$490,100	$521,900	+6.5%

How Summerfield Compares

Median Household Income

Summerfield

$160,275

$72,388

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Summerfield

$521,900

$288,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.5%

$25K-$50K 10.0%

$50K-$100K 16.1%

$100K+ 69.4%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

1.2%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

3.1%

$30K-$35K

0.5%

$35K-$40K

2.0%

$40K-$45K

1.9%

$45K-$50K

2.5%

$50K-$60K

4.8%

$60K-$75K

4.0%

$75K-$100K

7.3%

$100K-$125K

11.5%

$125K-$150K

5.8%

$150K-$200K

14.0%

$200K+

38.1%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%

64.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 93.8%

Renter 6.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,521/mo 11.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.8%

18-34

11.8%

35-54

32.2%

55-74

23.1%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Summerfield Rankings in North Carolina

#89 Population of 772

#11 Median Income of 716

#49 Education of 772

#43 Home Value of 725

Explore North Carolina Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Guilford County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Greensboro	301,198	$61,515	17.0%	$244,800
High Point	116,245	$64,561	15.7%	$235,800
Burlington	59,610	$56,880	16.4%	$199,200
Kernersville	27,830	$71,918	12.6%	$290,700
Archdale	12,087	$64,757	5.2%	$198,000
Gibsonville	9,467	$95,861	5.8%	$298,000
Oak Ridge	7,744	$155,385	3.6%	$529,300
Stokesdale	6,004	$121,071	5.6%	$379,100
Pleasant Garden	5,060	$88,204	9.7%	$223,500
Forest Oaks	4,293	$107,604	20.4%	$349,300

Cities Similar to Summerfield

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Rolesville	10,766	$149,565	$535,000	62.2%	1.1%
Lake Norman of Iredell	12,494	$173,542	$887,400	67.3%	2.5%
Spout Springs	11,242	$92,402	$358,500	41.4%	4.2%
Lake Norman of Catawba	9,906	$112,656	$492,600	44.0%	4.2%
Wesley Chapel	9,090	$132,188	$535,500	47.7%	4.5%

Population Overview

Summerfield is a small city located in North Carolina, within Guilford County. The total population is 11,116. It ranks as the 89th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Summerfield is 44.0 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Summerfield is $160,275. This is 121% higher than the state median of $72,388. It is also 99% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $521,900. Housing costs are 81% higher than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Summerfield is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.8%. The Black or African American population (7.8%) is well below the state average of 20.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 11.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.3% vs 3.3%).

Education

59.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Summerfield in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 67% higher than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.0%. Notably, 24.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Summerfield, North Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Summerfield, North Carolina?

Summerfield, North Carolina has a population of 11,116 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Summerfield, NC?

The median household income in Summerfield is $160,275, which is 99% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Summerfield, NC?

The poverty rate in Summerfield is 7.1%. This means approximately 785 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Summerfield, North Carolina?

Summerfield's population is 74.6% White, 7.8% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Summerfield, NC?

The median home value in Summerfield is $521,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Summerfield, North Carolina?

59.5% of adults (25+) in Summerfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 24.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.