Woodlawn, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodlawn, North Carolina had a total population of 1,085, the 439th largest community in North Carolina, with a median household income of $72,734, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Woodlawn Quick Facts
How Woodlawn 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 | 996 | 1,085 | +8.9% |
| Median household income | $74,712 | $72,734 | -2.6% |
| Median home value | $278,500 | $327,600 | +17.6% |
How Woodlawn Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Woodlawn Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Alamance County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mebane | 19,538 | $83,174 | 7.2% | $338,900 |
| Graham | 18,048 | $56,239 | 16.8% | $233,800 |
| Elon | 11,032 | $84,773 | 20.0% | $366,300 |
| Glen Raven | 3,506 | $63,173 | 16.7% | $224,000 |
| Green Level | 3,230 | $55,823 | 19.0% | $168,400 |
| Haw River | 2,824 | $61,058 | 25.1% | $162,400 |
| Swepsonville | 2,517 | $100,559 | 4.1% | $311,200 |
| Saxapahaw | 1,301 | $59,000 | 15.1% | $194,000 |
| Alamance | 1,267 | $99,375 | 10.3% | $407,300 |
| Ossipee | 795 | $70,417 | 14.2% | $125,700 |
Cities Similar to Woodlawn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands | 1,074 | $71,509 | $700,900 | 57.8% | 7.9% |
| Bonnetsville | 1,063 | N/A | N/A | 5.1% | 62.8% |
| Balfour | 1,134 | $70,116 | $292,600 | 32.2% | 5.6% |
| Dortches | 1,158 | $74,500 | $247,600 | 24.6% | 9.4% |
| Germanton | 1,087 | $62,108 | $237,100 | 15.7% | 7.4% |
Population Overview
Woodlawn is a small community located in North Carolina, within Alamance County. The total population is 1,085. It ranks as the 439th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodlawn is 62.4 years. This is 60% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 9.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 15.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodlawn is $72,734. This is about the same as the state median of $72,388. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Woodlawn. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Woodlawn, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $327,600. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodlawn is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.2%.
Education
26.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodlawn, 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 Woodlawn, North Carolina?
Woodlawn, North Carolina has a population of 1,085 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodlawn, NC?
The median household income in Woodlawn is $72,734, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodlawn, NC?
The ACS sample for Woodlawn recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Woodlawn, North Carolina?
Woodlawn's population is 66.0% White, 19.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodlawn, NC?
The median home value in Woodlawn is $327,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Woodlawn, North Carolina?
26.3% of adults (25+) in Woodlawn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.