Cabarrus County, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
231,262 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,084 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$318,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$487 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 58
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 3 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, NC State Senate District 34, NC State House District 83, NC
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Schools

R Brown McAllister Elementary
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
WM Irvin Elementary
2 miles, N • 1 star
Concord Middle
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Concord
9 miles, W • 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Charlotte
16 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Atrium Health University City
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
60 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Florence Regional Airport
96 miles, S • 1 star
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