Cornelius, NC

North Carolina · Mecklenburg County · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro

Cornelius is a mid-size city in North Carolina with a population of 32,009. Residents earn $114,688 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

32,009 Population 2,522/sq mi density

$114,688 Median Income $81,937 per capita

$512,400 Home Value $520,997 Zillow

$1,571 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent

61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

120 Violent Crime/100K 1,409 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$114,688 median income, 2.4% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$512,400 home value, $1,571/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

120 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

59.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $114,688

53% higher than US avg

Home Value $512,400

82% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 120/100K

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 59.6%

77% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,571

35% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.1%

22% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.8%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32,009

Median Age44.8 yrs

Density2,522/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$114,688

Per Capita$81,937

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty3.8%

County GDP$186,114M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$512,400

Rent$1,571

Ownership69.7%

Zillow$520,997

Housing Units14,358

Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

Violent120/100K

Property1,409/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault84/100K

Burglary193/100K

Health

Obesity25.1%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking8.6%

Depression24.6%

Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+59.6%

High School+96.9%

Graduate+19.6%

School Score5.92

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 66%

Commute25 min

Broadband96.4%

EV Stations4

Libraries22

Is Cornelius a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cornelius receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Cornelius offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cornelius is $114,688, which is significantly higher than the national average / 53% above $75,149. This places Cornelius among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cornelius is $512,400, making it a premium housing market at 82% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,571 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cornelius is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,409 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

Cornelius is a highly educated community / 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cornelius enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cornelius has a population of 32,009 with a density of 2,522 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

32,009

Total Population

2,522

People / sq mi

44.8yrs

Median Age

15% above US avg

12.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cornelius vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%

17% above US avg

Spanish 8.0%

40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cornelius vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cornelius is $114,688, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $81,937 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,694, 18% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 53,030 business establishments, including 3,143 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 26.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cornelius vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$114,688
	53% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$81,937
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,694
IRS Avg AGI	$110,535
Gini Index	0.492 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.8%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	53,030
County GDP	$186,114M

Business (County)

Restaurants	3,143
Healthcare	3,692
Retail	3,614
Manufacturing	774

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,763
	65% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	66.2%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	26.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cornelius is $512,400, 82% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $520,997. Homes sell for 97.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,571 (35% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 14,358 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $5,763 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$512,400
	82% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$520,997
Median List Price	$625,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$625,000
$/Sq Ft	$284
Homes Sold	30
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.6%
Price Drops	16.6%
Inventory	151

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,571
	35% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,762
Rent Burden	29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	69.7%
Owner-Occupied	69.7%
Renter-Occupied	30.3%
Housing Units	14,358
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,763
	65% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.12%

In Cornelius, 25.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.2% of residents, below the national average. 26.1% have high blood pressure. 8.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 15.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078. The dentist ratio is 1:1,390. 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.1%
	22% below US avg
Diabetes	7.1%
Heart Disease	4.2%
High Blood Pressure	26.1%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	4.1%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.6%
	39% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	15.3%
Depression	24.6%
Mental Distress	14.7%
Physical Distress	9.1%
Short Sleep	33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.8%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,078
Dentists	1:1,390
Mental Health	1:239
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	71.3%
Premature Death	6,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	88.7%
Healthcare Facilities	3,692

Cornelius has a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 84.0 per 100,000, robbery at 29.2, rape at 7.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,409 per 100,000, 28% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,190, burglary at 193, vehicle theft at 26 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 102 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cornelius receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	120.5/100K
	68% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	7.3/100K
Robbery	29.2/100K
Assault	84.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,409.0/100K
	28% below US avg
Burglary	193.5/100K
Theft	1,190.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	25.6/100K
Arson	3.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	102
Traffic Accidents	530
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cornelius enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.7°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	774 ft (236 m)
Area	12.0 sq mi (31.2 km²)
Population Density	2,522/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4732°N, 80.8813°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Mecklenburg County County
Nearest Airport	Concord-Padgett Regional (USA) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"

26% above US avg

Snowfall 3.3"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.49"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0468 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	13.5 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.27 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.31 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	17.9 / 100
Community Resilience	59.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	114 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	146 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	146 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	146 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	147 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	13 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	109 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	118 km
Jul 7, 1995	3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee	M3.0	142 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	120 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	104 km
Mar 6, 2006	3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina	M2.8	140 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	145 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	121 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	139 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	136 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	114 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	106 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	90 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	81 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	287 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	279 km
2018	Florence	Category 1	280 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	279 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	273 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	299 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	200 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	88 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	287 km

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

Tornado History

362 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 374 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	63 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	57 km	1
May 5, 1989	EF4	63 km	4
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	98 km	4
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	91 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	72 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	76 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	40 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	58 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	90 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	89 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	97 km	1
May 26, 2022	EF2	53 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	71 km	0
May 5, 2020	EF2	99 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	29 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	58 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	87 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	55 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	37 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CHESTNUT KNOB (6,418 ac, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	CHESTNUT KNOB	6,418	72 km
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	69 km
2017	WHITE CREEK	4,166	99 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,976	98 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	86 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,918	97 km
2016	TOMBSTONE	1,747	77 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,554	97 km
2016	HORTON	1,480	97 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,348	97 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,304	99 km
2020	C-2/3 EN	1,225	96 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	74 km
2017	UNNAMED	1,097	91 km
1985	UNNAMED	1,064	94 km
2002	UNNAMED	889	89 km
2019	UNNAMED	848	100 km
1985	SCHOOLHOUSERIDGE	816	98 km
2024	C-3B EN RX	813	98 km
2021	UNNAMED	760	98 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	51°F (10°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	3.1 in	Driest
May	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	80°F (27°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	71°F (22°C)	3.8 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.6 in
November	51°F (10°C)	3.2 in
December	43°F (6°C)	3.5 in

Cornelius has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (3.1").

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Cornelius is located in Mecklenburg County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 19.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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 Democrat with 65.6% of the vote, a 32.9-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 22 public libraries serving the community. 3,692 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.7%

D 65.6%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	102
Traffic Accidents	530
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	59.6%
	77% above US avg
High School+	96.9%
Graduate Degree+	19.6%
School Test Score	5.92

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	2,522/sq mi
Total Area	12.0 sq mi
County	Mecklenburg County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.4%
Avg Download Speed	228.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	82.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	22
Healthcare Facilities	3,692
Restaurants	3,143
Retail Stores	3,614

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	66.2%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	26.5%

Average costs for common services in Cornelius. 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	$1,230
Toddler	$1,088
Preschool	$740
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$820
Toddler	$778
Preschool	$778

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mecklenburg County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Finance & Insurance	87,476	3,544	$163,484	2.73
Professional & Technical Services	70,770	10,220	$119,282	1.29
Accommodation & Food Services	68,068	3,611	$31,596	0.95
Health Care & Social Assistance	65,902	4,605	$71,036	0.58
Retail Trade	64,565	4,052	$44,679	0.82
Administrative & Waste Services	61,781	3,987	$60,719	1.33
Transportation & Warehousing	51,522	1,732	$72,585	1.54
Construction	40,961	4,083	$87,028	0.99
Wholesale Trade	38,600	3,344	$100,434	1.24
Manufacturing	34,613	1,173	$90,995	0.53
Management of Companies	29,500	536	$160,853	2.22
Information & Technology	21,020	1,560	$122,331	1.42
Other Services	20,635	4,517	$53,901	0.87
Arts & Entertainment	17,326	934	$64,968	1.31
Real Estate	17,307	3,403	$91,479	1.41
Educational Services	14,258	796	$47,125	0.87
Utilities	2,001	74	$131,698	0.67
Agriculture & Forestry	895	59	$73,604	0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas	184	19	$72,587	0.06
Unclassified	55	190	$104,765	0.05

Schools in Cornelius

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
William Amos Hough High	High	2,518	116	21.7:1
Bailey Middle	Middle	1,326	74	17.9:1
J.V. Washam Elementary	Elementary	810	52	15.6:1
Cornelius Elementary	Elementary	567	36	15.8:1
Lakeside Charter Academy (Charter)	Elementary	235	17	13.8:1

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Radio Stations near Cornelius

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN Korean	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
BBN	christian-gospel	AAC 56 kbps
BBN German	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
UP! 98.7	christian contemporary	AAC
89.9 WDAV	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX	classic rock	AAC 24 kbps
Radio Disney 640 AM	ac, hot	MP3 128 kbps
WRHI	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio	charlotte, classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC

National Parks Near Cornelius

26 national parks and monuments found near Cornelius.

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
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Cheraw State Park	State Park	Free
Chester 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
Grandfather Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Hanging Rock 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 Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area	State Park	Free
New River State Park	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
South Mountains State Park	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Museums in Cornelius

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
DAVIDSON COLLEGE ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7048942000	$196,885,324
VAN EVERY SMITH GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		7048942519	$196,885,324
WILLIAM H. VAN EVERY JR. GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7048942519	$196,885,324
INJA HONG GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$47,102,879
DISCOVERY PLACE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		7043726261	$10,081,392
MUSEUM OF THE NEW SOUTH	HISTORY MUSEUM		7043331887	$2,693,762
MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043325535	$2,566,538
HARVEY B. GANTT CENTER FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS	ART MUSEUM		7045473700	$1,815,657
CAROLINA RAPTOR CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		7048756521	$1,119,714
HISTORIC ROSEDALE FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043350325	$718,527
MINT MUSEUM AUXILIARY	ART MUSEUM		7043372000	$420,018
LATTA PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048752312	$384,883
CHARLOTTE MUSEUM OF HISTORY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$219,461
MCGILL ROSE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7043336497	$65,692
DAVIDSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048926022	$10,093
BECHTLER MUSEUM OF MODERN ART	ART MUSEUM	420 S TRYON STREET	7043539200
BREVARD STATION MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042639801
CATAWBA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8282414077
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL HISTORY CONSORTIUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042649346
COMPREHENSIVE GENEALOGICAL SERVICES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048927611
DALE EARNHARDT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1675 DALE EARNHARDT
DISCOVERY PLACE KIDS- HUNTERSVILLE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	105 GILEAD ROAD	7043726261
DOWD HOUSE PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043982260
IMAGINON JOE AND JOAN MARTIN CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7044164600
KELLY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	301 N TRYON STREET
MECKLENBURG HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	200 EAST 7TH STREET	7045440695
MEMORY LANE MOTORSPORTS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046623673
MOORESVILLE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046631873
MOUNT HOLLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048277552
MOUNT HOLLY NORTH CAROLINA SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048273380
MT OLIVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MT ULLA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUKDEN POW REMEMBRANCE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH CAROLINA AUTO HALL-FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046635331
OUR CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL WALKWAY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1201 WEST 4TH STREET	7044324280
P & W MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PIEDMONT CAROLINAS RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048254403
PROJECT SIGNPOST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROWE ARTS GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		7046878622
RYLAND HOMES	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048756119
SECOND WARD ALUMNI HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043988333
TOM CLARK MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048929213
TROUTMAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2000 W LAPORTE DR
UNC CHARLOTTE BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	9201 UNIVERSITY CITY BLVD
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7046870720

Libraries in Cornelius

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG LIBRARY	310 N TRYON ST	0.0	3,243,318
MOORESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 S MAIN ST	0.0	245,108

Farmers Markets in Cornelius

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Afton Village Farmers Market	5401 Village Dr	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Belmont Farmers Market NC	North Main St. (Empty Lot)				Visit
Bradford Store	15915 Davidson Concord Rd	January to December	Tue:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Wed:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Fri:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Sat:9:00	Yes	Visit
Center City Green Market	101 S Tryon St				Visit
Eden Street Market	106 Eden Street
Farmers Market at Center United Methodist Church	4945 Sherrills Ford Road	06/04/2014 to 09/24/2014	Wed: 2:00 PM-5:30 PM;
Huntersville Growers' Market	200 Gilead Rd.	05/14/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Josh's Farmers Market	185 Williamson Rd	04/02/2014 to 11/30/2014	Mon: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-	Yes	Visit
Lincoln County Farmers Market at Denver	3633 Highway 16 North Business	04/04/2015 to 12/19/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Lowell Farmers' Market	200 E. Second Street	May to October	Thu:4:00 pm - 8:00 pm;		Visit
Meeting Street Farmers Market at Morriosn Plantation	115 Plantation Ridge Dr.				Visit
Mooresville Rotary Club Farmers Market	Located at First Baptist Church parking lot
Mount Holly Farmers Market	226 South Main Street	05/14/2016 to 08/27/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Newell Farmers Market	1704 Rocky River Road				Visit
North Mecklenburg Farmers Market	700 N. Tryon Street
Novant Health and The Park-Huntersville Farmers' Market	Corner of Reese Boulevard and Gilead Road on Presbyterian Campus				Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	Robinson Church Rd		Mon: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
The Davidson Farmer's Market	Main Street	04/01/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Troutman Depot Farmer's Market	137 South Main Street				Visit
Wallace Community Tailgate Market	11202 Harris Rd. (Eastfield Rd.)

Breweries in Cornelius

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Ass Clown Brewing Company	Brewery	10620 Bailey Rd
Bayne Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	19507 W Catawba Ave	7048976426
Birdsong Brewing Co.	Bars & Clubs, Brewery Optimist Park, Nightlife, Brewery	1016 N Davidson St	7043321810, 17043321810, (704) 332-1810	Visit
D9 Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	11138 C Treynorth Dr	17044579368
Heist Brewery	Brewery, American Restaurant	2909 N Davidson St	7043758260	Visit
Jay's At The Lake	barbecue, breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaura	18200 Statesville Rd	7048927460	Visit
Lake Norman Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	159 Barley Park Ln	7046601182
Mecklenburg County Abc Store #26	Liquor Store, Brewery	9737 Callabridge Ct Charlotte Nc 28216	9803215504
Superior Products Co	Beverage Manufacturers, drugs, wholesale, Breweries, supply, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers	4236 Wilkinson Blvd	7043982220, 7043998211
The Charlotte Special Events Group - 27 Unique Tours	Wine Tours & Tastings, Food Tours, Wineries & Vineyards, More, Tours & Activities, Food & Drink, Bre	18704 The Commons Blvd	7047655104

Stadiums & Teams in Cornelius

Team	League	Division
Charlotte Hornets	NBA	East
Carolina Panthers	NFL	NFC South

Nursing Homes in Cornelius

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AUTUMN CARE OF CORNELIUS 19530 MOUNT ZION PARKWAY	For profit - Corporation	102	78	3/5	—	4/5	2/5	7049972970

Pharmacies in Cornelius

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 2314	19305 WEST CATAWBA AVENUE	704-896-3691
HARRIS TEETER - 179	19815 NORTH COVE ROAD	704-895-5075
RITE AID - 11438	19400 WEST CATAWBA AVENUE	704-892-9540
RITE AID - 11919	21500 CATAWBA AVENUE	704-655-1991
WALGREENS - 11266	19631 WEST CATAWBA AVENUE	704-895-1342

EV Charging Stations in Cornelius

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Modern Nissan - Lake Norman	18615 Statesville Rd	Non-Networked	1	1	CHADEMO J1772	public
Modern Nissan - Lake Norman	18615 Statesville Rd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Cornelius

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
ON NC 115 2.5 MI SE CORNELIUS MECKLENBURG CTY	TOWER	108
590 MURDOCK RD	TOWER	94
2735 ODELL SCHOOL ROAD	TOWER	90
1215 Eulalia Ln (66382)	LTOWER	79
6000 S. NC Hwy. 16 (153691)	MTOWER	61
181 TOWER DRIVE	TOWER	61
5315 STOWE LANE	TOWER	59
20401 ZION STREET	TOWER	58
(Lowell site) 3700 Franklin Road	TOWER	57
On Anderson Moutain (66371)	LTOWER	41

Fire Stations in Cornelius

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cornelius-Lemley Fire Rescue	19729 S Main ST	Volunteer			704-892-1544

Power Plants Near Cornelius

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CORNELIUS DELIVERY NO 1	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-80.9	OP

Bridges in Cornelius

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1975	21	46,250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	159	43,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	165	43,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	28	42,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1975	21	36,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	29	27,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	220	27,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1954	29	23,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2018	181	22,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	302	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2009	301	6,700	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	25	5,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	44	100	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1980	42	100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	42	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Cornelius

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Charlotte, NC	1914 North Tryon Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Cornelius

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AMERISTEEL CORPORATION	6601 LAKEVIEW RD	MECKLENBURG
CARDINAL FG FLAT GLASS PLANT	342 MOORESVILLE BLVD	IREDELL COUNTY
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, LLC - MT. HOLLY PLANT	1800 NORTH MAIN STREET	GASTON
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, LLC - MT. HOLLY PLANT	1800 NORTH MAIN STREET	GASTON
DUKE ENERGY - MCGUIRE NUCLEAR STATION	12700 HAGERS FERRY RD	MECKLENBURG
DUKE ENERGY LINCOLN COMBUSTION TURBINE STATION	6769 OLD PLANK ROAD	LINCOLN

Airports Near Cornelius

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
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Boonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester Catawba Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Cleveland Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip	—	Small Airport
Duncan Airport	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Fly Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foothills Regional Airport	MRN	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	—	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamptonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Ja Field	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cornelius

10 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Belmont Abbey College Police
Catawba Police Department	107 South Main Street
Cawtaba County Sheriff’s Office
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department	8452 North Tryon Street
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department - Metro Division
Huntersville Police Department
Lowell Police Department	102 East 1st Street
Mooresville Police Station
Mt Holly Police Department
Ranlo Police Department	1624 Spencer Mountain Road

Grocery Stores in Cornelius

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven 35544	Convenience Store	9701 Sam Furr Rd
7-Eleven 35552	Convenience Store	19128 W Catawba Ave
ALDI 66154	Supermarket	18027 Laith Way
Circle K 2723947	Convenience Store	20008 W Catawba Ave
Circle K 5102	Convenience Store	9101 Sam Furr Rd
CVS PHARMACY 2314	Other	19305 W Catawba Ave
CVS PHARMACY 2357	Other	7920 Sam Furr Rd
Dollar Tree 4661	Other	20424 Catawba Ave
FOOD LION 1490	Supermarket	20125 N Main St
Han-Dee Hugo's 234	Convenience Store	644 Davidson Gateway Dr
HARRIS TEETER 179	Super Store	19815 Northcove Rd
Harris Teeter 268	Super Store	431 Peninsula Dr
HARRIS TEETER 272	Super Store	7715 Regency Park Dr
Harris Teeter 416	Super Store	21720 Catawba Ave
Publix 1474	Supermarket	8315 Magnolia Estates Dr
QuikTrip 1082	Convenience Store	19807 Burton Ln
Shoprite Markets #11	Convenience Store	18405 Statesville Rd
The Fresh Market 104	Supermarket	20623 Torrence Chapel Rd
Tienda Maria	Convenience Store	19816 S Main St
Walgreens 07400	Other	16711 Birkdale Cmns Pkwy
Walgreens 11266	Other	19631 W Catawba Ave
Walgreens 17234	Other	21500 Catawba Ave
Whole Foods Market 10543	Super Store	9129 Sam Furr Rd

Treatment Centers in Cornelius

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Caring Home - Bonnies Home for Youth	Mental Health	704-525-2840
A Caring Home - Mr Bills Place	Mental Health	704-525-2840
Charlotte Rescue Mission	Substance Abuse	704-334-4635
Highland Mist Home	Both	704-532-4770
Innervision Inc	Both	704-377-5042
New Vision Home	Both	704-281-7261
Water Mill Home	Mental Health	704-910-4029
Zenith Hope Center LLC	Substance Abuse	704-248-0246 x1001

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cornelius

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A FAMILY STORY	18615 COACHMANS TRCE
A MENTOR FOR YOU INC	19701 BETHEL CHURCH RD
BETHEL CHURCH FOUNDATION	19920 BETHEL CHURCH RD
BETHEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	19920 BETHEL CHURCH RD
BETHELWOOD MINISTRIES	19706-B ONE NORMAN PL STE 173
BIBLE WAY CHURCH 7	20100 WALTER HENDERSON RD
CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF LAKE NORMAN	20120 COLONY POINT LN
CHURCH OF GOD AND SAINTS OF CHRIST	7320 SWANSEA LN
COMMUNITY IN CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH	7621 NORMAN ISLAND DR
CORNELIUS FOURSQUARE CHURCH	17301 STATESVILLE RD
FOR A PURPOSE	7310 SWANSEA LN
LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	20010 CHARTOWN DR
MOSAIC OF CHARLOTTE	11251 HERITAGE GREEN DR
MT ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	19600 ZION AVE
NEWSONG CHURCH	10308 BAILEY RD STE 415
NORTHCROSS CHURCH	PO BOX 2275
OVERFLOWING FAMILY WORSHIP CENTERINC	11262 HERITAGE GREEN DR
PAULA INNISS MINISTRIES	20564 HARBOR VIEW DR
REACH CHURCH MINISTRIES	20311 CHARTWELL CENTER DR UNIT 1599
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT INC	PO BOX 2063
SANCTUARY WOMEN IN MINISTRY	21309 TOWNWOOD DR
SHILOH HOUSE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1645
STAR NATIONAL OUTREACH WORLDWIDE INC	20935 DECORA DR
UNION BETHEL AME ZION CHURCH	PO BOX 1145

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cornelius

What is the population of Cornelius?

Cornelius has a population of 32,009 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 2,522 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Cornelius expensive to live in?

Cornelius 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 $114,688, 53% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $512,400 (82% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,571 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cornelius safe?

Cornelius is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,409 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cornelius receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cornelius?

Cornelius enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cornelius?

The job market in Cornelius is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,694. There are 53,030 business establishments in the area, including 3,143 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 26.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cornelius?

The median home value in Cornelius is $512,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $520,997. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,571. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,763.

How are the schools in Cornelius?

Schools in Cornelius score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 59.6% of adults in Cornelius hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 19.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cornelius?

The obesity rate in Cornelius is 25.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.6% of adults are smokers. 15.3% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 6.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078.

What is transportation like in Cornelius?

The average commute in Cornelius is 25 minutes. 66.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cornelius?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cornelius is 84.7% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Davidson, NC 14,852 pop · 3.4 mi Huntersville, NC 62,458 pop · 4.6 mi Lake Norman of Iredell, NC 12,496 pop · 5.6 mi Westport, NC 5,079 pop · 5.6 mi Lowesville, NC 3,737 pop · 7.7 mi Mooresville, NC 51,447 pop · 8.2 mi Denver, NC 2,483 pop · 10.5 mi Lake Norman of Catawba, NC 9,308 pop · 10.5 mi Enochville, NC 3,392 pop · 12.6 mi Mount Holly, NC 17,928 pop · 13.0 mi Kannapolis, NC 56,470 pop · 13.2 mi Stanley, NC 4,014 pop · 14.4 mi Concord, NC 106,518 pop · 14.9 mi Troutman, NC 3,813 pop · 15.7 mi

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Cornelius vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cornelius vs U.S. Average

Income: Cornelius vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure