Alamance County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 171,346 inhabitants. The county was created 176 years ago in 1849. Its county seat is Graham.
There are 2 city/town in Alamance County, NC. The largest city of Alamance County is Saxapahaw with a population of 1,648. Other cities include and Swepsonville population 1,386
Situated in the heart of North Carolina's Piedmont region, Alamance County is home to a mix of small towns, suburban communities, and rural areas. The county was named after the Alamance Creek, which runs through the region. At the center of the county sits Burlington, the largest city and county seat. With its restored historic downtown district, Burlington provides an urban hub while retaining its small-town charm.
Just west of Burlington is the city of Graham, known for its quaint brick streets and antique shops in the historic downtown area. Graham hosts the annual Alamance County Fair and is home to Moons Grove Baptist Church, a historic landmark. The smaller towns of Elon, Gibsonville, Haw River, Liberty, Mebane, Saxapahaw, Snow Camp, Swepsonville, and Whitsett dot the countryside, each with their own unique identities and deep roots in the county's agricultural history.
From the textile mills that drove the local economy to the family-owned farms that cultivate the land, Alamance County is steeped in rich traditions. Residents enjoy Southern hospitality and community pride. The cities and towns of Alamance County offer visitors and residents alike a warm welcome and a window into North Carolina history.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alamance County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Saxapahaw | Township in Alamance County, North Carolina | 1,648 |
Swepsonville | Town of the United States | 1,386 |