Gold Hill, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
401 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,697 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$220,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$793 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rowan County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rowan County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Schools

Morgan Elementary
4 miles, NE 2.8 star
Rockwell Elementary
5 miles, NW 2.8 star
Gray Stone Day
5 miles, SE 4.6 star

Colleges

Pfeiffer University
4 miles, SE 1.9 star
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
11 miles, N 1.4 star
Livingstone College
13 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
13 miles, N 2.3 star
Stanly Regional Medical Center
14 miles, S 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
16 miles, W 2.3 star
Lexington Memorial Hospital Inc
20 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
46 miles, NE 1.9 star