Cleveland, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Rowan County County
Cleveland, NC
At a Glance
How Cleveland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cleveland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cleveland residents earn a median household income of $60,063 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,187. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cleveland is $205,800 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $314,840. Median rent is $748/month, with 24.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Cleveland reports 225 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,014/100K.
Education
26.6% of adults in Cleveland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cleveland has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.