Cherryville, NC

North Carolina · Cleveland County

Cherryville is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 6,154. Residents earn $58,701 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

6,154 Population 1,061/sq mi density

$58,701 Median Income $30,103 per capita

$198,000 Home Value $244,705 Zillow

$948 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent

60°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

264 Violent Crime/100K 2,524 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$58,701 median income, 2.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$198,000 home value, $948/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

264 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)

C+

Education

3.0 / 5.0

24.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,701

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $198,000

30% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 264/100K

31% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.7%

27% lower than US avg

Median Rent $948

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.3%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.7%

2% higher than US avg

How Cherryville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,154

Median Age37.7 yrs

Density1,061/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$58,701

Per Capita$30,103

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty12.7%

County GDP$6,025M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$198,000

Rent$948

Ownership67.7%

Zillow$244,705

Housing Units2,708

Rent Burden24.1%

Crime

Violent264/100K

Property2,524/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault214/100K

Burglary495/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking15.9%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain49.5 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.7%

High School+91.2%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute28 min

Broadband83.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries3

Is Cherryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherryville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cherryville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherryville is $58,701, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherryville is $198,000, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cherryville is below the national average at 264 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,524 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherryville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cherryville has a population of 6,154 with a density of 1,061 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 6.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 3.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,154

Total Population

1,061

People / sq mi

37.7yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

5.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.6%

88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherryville is $58,701, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,103 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,034, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,287 business establishments, including 181 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cherryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,701
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,103
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,034
IRS Avg AGI	$58,314
Gini Index	0.464 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.7%
	2% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,287
County GDP	$6,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants	181
Healthcare	226
Retail	388
Manufacturing	106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,265
	7% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.4 min
Drive Alone	82.9%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherryville is $198,000, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,705, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $948 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,708 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $3,265. 24.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$198,000
	30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$244,705
Median List Price	$244,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$244,000
$/Sq Ft	$167
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.9%
Price Drops	40.5%
Inventory	37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$948
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.7%
Owner-Occupied	67.7%
Renter-Occupied	32.3%
Housing Units	2,708
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,265
	7% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.65%

In Cherryville, 35.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 24.2% are physically inactive. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,281. The dentist ratio is 1:2,397. 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cherryville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.3%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.2%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.0%
Short Sleep	37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.9%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,281
Dentists	1:2,397
Mental Health	1:611
Checkup Rate	77.4%
Dental Visits	61.1%
Premature Death	12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	64.3%
Healthcare Facilities	226

Cherryville has a violent crime rate of 264 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 214.5 per 100,000, robbery at 16.5, rape at 33.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,524 per 100,000, 29% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,930, burglary at 495, vehicle theft at 99 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cherryville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cherryville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	263.9/100K
	31% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	33.0/100K
Robbery	16.5/100K
Assault	214.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,523.9/100K
	29% above US avg
Burglary	494.9/100K
Theft	1,930.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	99.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	36
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cherryville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.8°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	945 ft (288 m)
Area	5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density	1,061/sq mi
Coordinates	35.3846°N, 81.3789°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cleveland County County
Nearest Airport	Hickory Regional (HKY) 25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"

30% above US avg

Snowfall 5.6"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.84"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	70.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	44.1 / 100
Community Resilience	33.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	124 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	148 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	148 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	148 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	149 km
Jun 4, 2023	4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina	M3.2	137 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	57 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina	M3.0	138 km
Jul 7, 1995	3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee	M3.0	130 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	84 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	65 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	90 km
Feb 18, 2005	7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina	M2.9	143 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina	M2.9	139 km
Mar 6, 2006	3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina	M2.8	105 km
Feb 12, 2021	8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee	M2.8	125 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	147 km
May 23, 2023	4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina	M2.8	136 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	75 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	127 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1996	Fran	Category 2	244 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	80 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

355 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 301 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	54 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	74 km	1
May 5, 1989	EF4	60 km	2
May 5, 1989	EF4	21 km	4
Aug 16, 1994	EF3	85 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	38 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	78 km	0
May 26, 2022	EF2	74 km	0
May 5, 2020	EF2	94 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	75 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	23 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	40 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	44 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	72 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	71 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	99 km	0
Mar 3, 2012	EF2	64 km	0
Jan 11, 2012	EF2	32 km	0
Jan 11, 2012	EF2	38 km	0
Nov 16, 2011	EF2	65 km	3

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	BRUSHY RIDGE	12,405	71 km
2016	PARTY ROCK	8,572	79 km
2007	LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB)	7,151	69 km
2016	CHESTNUT KNOB	6,418	36 km
2010	BURNING UNIT	5,567	77 km
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	40 km
2022	LOST BEAR RX FY2022	4,276	84 km
2017	WHITE CREEK	4,166	68 km
2016	CLEAR CREEK	3,493	76 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,976	70 km
2015	UNNAMED	2,690	93 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,514	99 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,458	96 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,395	90 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,362	90 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,274	96 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,237	100 km
2013	LOST BEAR EAST	2,167	83 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,024	94 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,000	99 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	4.0 in	Coldest
February	42°F (6°C)	4.1 in
March	50°F (10°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
April	58°F (14°C)	3.4 in	Driest
May	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	4.3 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.5 in
December	42°F (5°C)	3.9 in

Cherryville has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (3.4").

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Cherryville is located in Cleveland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 24.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.2% of the vote, a 35-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 226 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%

D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	36
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.7%
	27% below US avg
High School+	91.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	5.86

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,061/sq mi
Total Area	5.5 sq mi
County	Cleveland County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.0%
Avg Download Speed	168.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	19.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	226
Restaurants	181
Retail Stores	388

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.4 min
Drive Alone	82.9%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	4.1%

Average costs for common services in Cherryville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$687
Toddler	$589
Preschool	$566
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$556
Toddler	$592
Preschool	$474

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cleveland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	7,075	128	$68,441	2.35
Retail Trade	4,208	376	$35,806	1.15
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,317	238	$45,149	0.63
Accommodation & Food Services	2,863	190	$19,894	0.86
Construction	2,388	235	$68,515	1.24
Transportation & Warehousing	2,180	74	$49,479	1.40
Administrative & Waste Services	1,810	155	$40,557	0.84
Educational Services	1,021	20	$38,264	1.35
Professional & Technical Services	727	179	$75,619	0.28
Arts & Entertainment	688	22	$37,384	1.12
Other Services	619	182	$39,944	0.56
Information & Technology	429	25	$100,694	0.62
Finance & Insurance	414	100	$68,678	0.28
Real Estate	318	90	$54,717	0.56
Management of Companies	64	7	$124,395	0.10
Unclassified	2	7	$85,634	0.04

Schools in Cherryville

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Cherryville High	High	492	32	15.4:1
John Chavis Middle School	Middle	413	28	14.8:1
Cherryville Elementary	Elementary	383	25	15.3:1
W B Beam Intermediate School	Elementary	203	10	20.3:1

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Radio Stations near Cherryville

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN Korean	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
WNCW	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Disney 640 AM	ac, hot	MP3 128 kbps
WRHI	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Cherryville

32 national parks and monuments found near Cherryville.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Chester State Park	State Park	Free
Chimney Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Cowpens National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Croft State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Elk Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Elk Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Fonta Flora State Trail	State Park	Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake James State Park	State Park	Free
Lake James State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wateree State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Mount Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pineola State Natural Area	State Park	Free
South Mountains State Park	State Park	Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Sycamore Shoals	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free

Museums in Cherryville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7047489090	$246,372
LINCOLN COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		7047489090	$246,372
GASTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY	ART MUSEUM		7049227681	$192,742
KINGS MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	100 E MOUNTAIN ST	7047391019	$83,487
C GRIER BEAM TRUCK MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7044353072	$44,955
BESSEMER CITY HISTORY & ARTS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHERRYVILLE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7044358011
CLEVELAND COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 1335	7044828186
HOYLE FAMILY HOMESTEAD ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7049224330
INTERNATIONAL LINEMANS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 481	7044827638
JAMES H. LYNN PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1500 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD
KINGS MOUNTAIN NATIONAL MILITARY PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8649367921
LAWNDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	119 PIEDMONT DRIVE	7045387212
SCHIELE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1500 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD

Libraries in Cherryville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
GASTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1555 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD	481,871
LINCOLN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	306 W MAIN ST	220,053
CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	104 HOWIE DR	144,163
JACOB MAUNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	100 S PIEDMONT AVE	99,216

Farmers Markets in Cherryville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.	126 W. Marion Street	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.	126 W. Marion Street		Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
fridays@G-Town Market	Main Street
Gastonia Farmers Market	410 E Long Avenue	04/06/2013 to 11/23/2013	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Thu: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;	Visit
Lincoln County Farmers Market @ DSS	1136 East Main Street	04/02/2015 to 11/21/2015	Thu: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Lincoln County Farmers Market in Downtown Lincolnton	225 West Water Street	04/04/2015 to 12/19/2015	Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit

Nursing Homes in Cherryville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
PEAK RESOURCES-CHERRYVILLE 7615 DALLAS CHERRYVILLE HIGHWAY	For profit - Corporation	54	46	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	7044356029
CAROLINA CARE CENTER 111 HARRILSON STREET	For profit - Corporation	107	93	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	7044354161

Pharmacies in Cherryville

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
HOUSER DRUG COMPANY INCORPORATED	100 EAST MAIN STREET	704-435-6011
KERR DRUG	302 EAST MAIN STREET	704-445-2668
MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY	607 EAST ACADEMY STREET	704-435-3263
TAS DRUG	500 WEST CHURCH STREET	704-435-5082
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 4594	2505 LINCOLNTON HIGHWAY	704-435-4331

EV Charging Stations in Cherryville

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
CHERRYVILLE NC STATION 1	220 E Main St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Cherryville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
7052 DALLAS CHERRYVILLE	TOWER	102
1316 WEST STAGE COACH TRAIL (ADJACENT)	TOWER	97
3461 COUNTY LINE TRL	TOWER	96
8015 W. HWY 10 (66383)	GTOWER	96
423 S MAIN ST (66370)	LTOWER	96
LINCOLNTON CELL SITE: 800' WNW OF SR-1003, 2.1 MILE E OF US-321, 3 MILES NE OF	TOWER	96
1775 E DIXON BLVD	TOWER	95
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)	GTOWER	87
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)	GTOWER	87
BELOW AIRSPACE	TOWER	81
3011 NC HIGHWAY 18 (66400)	LTOWER	81
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)	LTOWER	81
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)	LTOWER	81
1.8 MI W OF KINGS MOUNTAIN	TOWER	59
206 Spinners Street	TOWER	50

Fire Stations in Cherryville

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cherryville Fire Department	411 E Church ST	Mostly volunteer			704-435-1730
Hugh's Pond Volunteer Fire Department	1442 Tot Dellinger RD	Volunteer			704-435-5642

Power Plants Near Cherryville

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CHERRYVILLE CITY HALL	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-81.4	OP

Bridges in Cherryville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	114	8,400	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1960	28	7,100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1986	115	2,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	140	2,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1953	30	1,200	F
Culvert	Steel	1985	33	1,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	40	1,100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2023	57	1,100	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	37	1,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	189	950	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	117	500	G
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	182	210	P
Culvert	Concrete	1992	26	130	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	76	100	F

Amtrak Stations in Cherryville

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Gastonia, NC	350 Hancock Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Cherryville

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA LLC	940 WASHBURN SWITCH RD	CLEVELAND

Airports Near Cherryville

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Hickory Regional Airport	HKY	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Avery County Morrison Field	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Boomerang Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester Catawba Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Cleveland Airport	—	Small Airport
Clute's Hilltop Airport	—	Small Airport
Clyde Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Crooked Fence Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip	—	Small Airport
Dry Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Duncan Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Fairview Airport	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fly Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foothills Regional Airport	MRN	Small Airport
Fox Haven Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton Field	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamptonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirk Air Base	—	Small Airport
La Dolce Terra Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Norman Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lancaster County-Mc Whirter Field	—	Small Airport
Laneys Airport	—	Small Airport
Lanni Field	—	Small Airport
Laughing Crow Airpark	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cherryville

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Cherryville Police Department
Gaston County Police Department	420 West Franklin Boulevard
Maiden Police Department	201 West Main Street
Maiden Police Station
Ranlo Police Department	1624 Spencer Mountain Road
Shelby Police	311 South Lafayette Street
Shelby Police Department	311 South Lafayette Street

Grocery Stores in Cherryville

8 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Delview Food Mart	Convenience Store	906 Delview Rd
Dollar General 20482	Other	1832 Martin Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3953	Other	904 E Church St
DOLLARTREE 10305	Other	2301 Lincolnton Hwy
Murphy USA 7464	Convenience Store	2503 Lincolnton Hwy
On The Ways	Convenience Store	701 W Church St
Tobacco House #1	Convenience Store	100 W Church St
Walmart Supercenter 4594	Super Store	2505 Lincolnton Hwy

Post Offices in Cherryville

0 post offices.

Post Office	Address

Treatment Centers in Cherryville

17 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Amity Medical Group Inc	Substance Abuse	704-874-0200
Atrium Health - Kings Mountain Behavioral Health	Both	980-487-5470
Changing Lives Matter LLC	Both	704-240-8097
Flynn Fellowship Home of - Gastonia Inc	Substance Abuse	704-865-9395
Freedom Detox	Substance Abuse	980-320-1067
Gastonia Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of North Carolina LP	Substance Abuse	980-285-2990
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Gastoina	Both	828-322-5915
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Lincolnton	Both	704-240-3066
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Shelby	Both	828-322-5915
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Gastonia	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
Monarch - BH Gaston	Substance Abuse	866-272-7826
Monarch - BH Lincolnton	Both	866-272-7826
New Beginnings - Gaston County	Substance Abuse	704-854-9102
Phoenix Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	704-396-6747
Preferred Choice Healthcare	Substance Abuse	704-487-4000
Self Concepts Clinical Csl Servs Inc	Substance Abuse	704-852-3874
Sunpath LLC	Substance Abuse	704-478-6093

DOL Wage Violations in Cherryville

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $28,967 in back wages owed to 21 employees.

Violations

$28,967

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Beam Construction Co.	—	—	28021	—	1	$22,051	$1,470	15
Juice Alive of NC	—	—	28021	—	1	$6,662	$1,332	5
Subway, Inc.	—	Subway	28021	—	1	$254	$254	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cherryville

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHERRYVILLE COMMUNITY REVIVAL INC	PO BOX 791
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHERRYVILLE NC INC	107 W ACADEMY ST
FIRST WESLEYAN CHURCH	800 N PINK ST
HEART 2 HEART MUSIC INC	975 SAINT MARKS CHURCH RD
IGLESIA CHRISTIANA INTEGRAL	802 DELVIEW RD
INTERNATIONAL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH	1127 OLD POST RD
LIVING WORD MINISTRIES	1206 OLD POST RD
NARROW WAY CHURCH	6020 HIGHWAY 182
ST MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH	1203 SAINT MARKS CHURCH RD
VICTORY LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 417
WORD OF FAITH CHURCH	306 DOC WEHUNT RD
XTREME T E A M MINISTRY INC	807 E MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cherryville

What is the population of Cherryville?

Cherryville has a population of 6,154 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,061 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.7 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Cherryville expensive to live in?

Cherryville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,701, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,000 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cherryville safe?

Cherryville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 264 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,524 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cherryville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cherryville?

Cherryville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cherryville?

The job market in Cherryville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,034. There are 2,287 business establishments in the area, including 181 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cherryville?

The median home value in Cherryville is $198,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,705. For renters, the median monthly rent is $948. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,265.

How are the schools in Cherryville?

Schools in Cherryville score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.7% of adults in Cherryville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cherryville?

The obesity rate in Cherryville is 35.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 24.2% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,281.

What is transportation like in Cherryville?

The average commute in Cherryville is 28 minutes. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cherryville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cherryville is 89% White, 6.5% Black or African American. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Bessemer City, NC 5,508 pop · 8.8 mi Lincolnton, NC 11,503 pop · 10.1 mi Kings Mountain, NC 11,472 pop · 10.4 mi Shelby, NC 21,868 pop · 11.4 mi Dallas, NC 6,012 pop · 12.0 mi Gastonia, NC 81,632 pop · 14.4 mi Springdale, NC 1,120 pop · 14.7 mi Ranlo, NC 4,556 pop · 15.5 mi Stanley, NC 4,014 pop · 16.3 mi Maiden, NC 3,777 pop · 16.5 mi Lowell, NC 3,711 pop · 17.2 mi Boiling Springs, NC 4,625 pop · 18.5 mi McAdenville, NC 1,139 pop · 18.8 mi Blacksburg, SC 2,158 pop · 19.8 mi

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