Faith, NC

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

Faith is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,090. Residents earn $128,274 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

1,090 Population 1,038/sq mi density

$128,274 Median Income $52,971 per capita

$249,800 Home Value $284,919 Zillow

$927 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

47 Violent Crime/100K 2,841 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$128,274 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$249,800 home value, $927/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

47 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)

B+

Education

3.6 / 5.0

32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $128,274

71% higher than US avg

Home Value $249,800

11% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 47/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.9%

2% lower than US avg

Median Rent $927

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.6%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.1%

91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,090

Median Age44.5 yrs

Density1,038/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$128,274

Per Capita$52,971

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty1.1%

County GDP$7,886M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$249,800

Rent$927

Ownership90.5%

Zillow$284,919

Housing Units470

Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

Violent47/100K

Property2,841/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking15.4%

Depression27.8%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain43.7 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation887 ft (270 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.9%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+6.7%

School Score4.71

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%

Commute29 min

Broadband96.4%

EV Stations13

Libraries5

Is Faith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Faith receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Faith offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Faith is $128,274, which is significantly higher than the national average / 71% above $75,149. This places Faith among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Faith is $249,800, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Faith is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,841 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Faith enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°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 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Faith has a population of 1,090 with a density of 1,038 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 2.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 9.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,090

Total Population

1,038

People / sq mi

44.5yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Faith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.8%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.2%

69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Faith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Faith is $128,274, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,971 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,106, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 2.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Faith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$128,274
	71% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$52,971
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,106
IRS Avg AGI	$62,150
Gini Index	0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.1%
	91% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,334
County GDP	$7,886M

Business (County)

Restaurants	235
Healthcare	273
Retail	429
Manufacturing	181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.5 min
Drive Alone	96.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Faith is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,919, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $927 (20% 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. 90.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 470 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1996. The average annual property tax is $3,570. 35.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$249,800
	11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$284,919

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$927
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	90.5%
Owner-Occupied	90.5%
Renter-Occupied	9.5%
Housing Units	470
Median Year Built	1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.43%

In Faith, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 30.9% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 17.4% report binge drinking. 22.8% are physically inactive. 27.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,050. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.6%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	22.8%
Depression	27.8%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.7%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,905
Dentists	1:2,050
Mental Health	1:384
Checkup Rate	77.1%
Dental Visits	63.3%
Premature Death	12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	66.5%
Healthcare Facilities	273

Faith has a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,841 per 100,000, 45% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Faith receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	46.6/100K
	88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,841.2/100K
	45% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Faith enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°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 43.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 887 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	887 ft (270 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	1,038/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5900°N, 80.4583°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Rowan County County
Nearest Airport	Mid-Carolina Regional (SRW) 5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"

15% above US avg

Snowfall 2.4"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.33"

Driest Month (Nov) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0475 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	7.2 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	82.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.9 / 100
Community Resilience	48.8 / 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 Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	125 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	30 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	148 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	126 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	102 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	128 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	145 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	76 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	95 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	113 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	129 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	117 km
Oct 29, 2012	5 km SSE of West Marion, North Carolina	M2.5	140 km
Jun 12, 2014	4 km NE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.5	125 km
Mar 26, 2019	8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina	M2.5	65 km
Jul 29, 2012	7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina	M2.5	105 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	280 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	260 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	258 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	268 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	256 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	299 km
2003	Isabel	Category 1	277 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	287 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	284 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	165 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	268 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	115 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	265 km

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

Tornado History

333 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 277 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	89 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	72 km	1
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	54 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	44 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	48 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	100 km	2
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	74 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	71 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	60 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	59 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	57 km	1
May 26, 2022	EF2	60 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	58 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	90 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	98 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	14 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF2	81 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	86 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	37 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	50 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

18 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,989 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	67 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	40 km
2021	GRINDSTONE	1,106	83 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,090	97 km
2002	UNNAMED	889	69 km
2019	UNNAMED	748	100 km
1992	COMP 6 B	737	68 km
2019	ROBEDO SOUTH RX	727	54 km
2011	SADDLEBACK	713	99 km
2018	UNNAMED	665	43 km
2024	COYOTE	663	88 km
2013	EASTLINE RX	594	98 km
2022	PINE ROAD	582	39 km
2022	UNNAMED	579	56 km
2020	UNNAMED	565	57 km
2004	PARTNER	544	96 km
2009	UNNAMED	536	66 km
2024	0101/02_0202 PER RX	511	67 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (4°C)	3.8 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	50°F (10°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.0 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.7 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.7 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.2 in	Driest
December	42°F (6°C)	3.4 in

Faith has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (3.2").

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Faith is located in Rowan County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.5% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 273 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 96.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%

D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.9%
	2% below US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	6.7%
School Test Score	4.71

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,038/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	Rowan County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.4%
Avg Download Speed	195.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	44.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	16
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	273
Restaurants	235
Retail Stores	429

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.5 min
Drive Alone	96.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Average costs for common services in Faith. 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	$862
Toddler	$601
Preschool	$515
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$598
Preschool	$565

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rowan County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	6,867	168	$70,236	1.65
Retail Trade	6,331	414	$44,349	1.25
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,576	309	$51,571	0.77
Accommodation & Food Services	4,474	275	$22,333	0.97
Transportation & Warehousing	3,778	150	$67,538	1.76
Construction	3,142	450	$66,506	1.18
Administrative & Waste Services	2,520	250	$49,811	0.85
Wholesale Trade	2,513	192	$67,818	1.26
Management of Companies	1,324	22	$96,486	1.55
Educational Services	1,093	40	$47,188	1.04
Professional & Technical Services	1,061	272	$78,694	0.30
Other Services	966	280	$43,083	0.63
Arts & Entertainment	782	60	$24,791	0.92
Finance & Insurance	547	150	$70,923	0.27
Agriculture & Forestry	256	29	$40,211	0.63
Mining & Oil/Gas	246	8	$64,822	1.29
Real Estate	242	126	$54,378	0.31
Utilities	170	9	$102,195	0.88
Information & Technology	138	18	$51,333	0.15
Unclassified	3	7	$30,676	0.04

Schools in Faith

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Faith Academy Charter School (Charter)	Elementary	601	41	14.7:1

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Radio Stations near Faith

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
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
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio	charlotte, classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC

Campgrounds Near Faith

5 campgrounds found near Faith.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
KING'S MOUNTAIN POINT PICNIC PAVILION (NC)	4.5/5	6	$35–$50
CANEBRAKE HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	28	$27–$54
ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	49	$20–$54
BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	34	$20–$40
BADIN LAKE GROUP CAMP	4.1/5	3	$75

National Parks Near Faith

22 national parks and monuments found near Faith.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Cheraw State Park	State Park	Free
Chester State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Hanging Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Haw River State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River 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 Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Trails Near Faith

56 trails found near Faith.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
DUTCHMAN'S CREEK	11.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	8.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KEYAUWEE	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BADIN LAKE	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUPERTREE LOOP	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RIVER TRAIL	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UWHARRIE NRT	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DICKEY BELL OHV	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY MOUNTAIN OHV	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HELEN'S LOOP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FRALEY TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACKBURN TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DUTCH JOHN OHV	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TODD TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FALLS DAM OHV	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DANIEL OHV	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUTTERMILK TRAIL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATES TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MEGAN TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JOSH TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MORGAN TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TONY TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKEVIEW OHV	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROBBINS TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BURL TREE WAY	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LARRY'S LINK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKE TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LESLIE TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INDIAN TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIG ROCK LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLAB PILE OHV	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF DEN OHV	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MORRIS MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL OHV	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TANAGER TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL EXTENSION	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BERNER TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CANEBRAKE LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DICKEY BELL OHV	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUDOLPH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WREN TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YATES PLACE CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BADIN HORSE CAMP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN LOOP B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WOOD RUN LOOP A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KEYAUWEE ROCK GARDEN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—

Museums in Faith

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORTH CAROLINA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	411 S SALISBURY AVENUE	7046362889	$1,724,325
WATERWORKS VISUAL ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		7046361882	$270,735
OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	770 STONE HOUSE RD	7046335946	$122,080
ROWAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2026624678	$122,080
NATIONAL SPORTCASTERS & SPORTSWRITERS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	307 SUMMIT AVENUE	7046334275	$69,152
EASTERN CABARRUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7044366169	$47,901
HISTROIC CABARRUS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	65 UNION ST S	7049202465	$40,538
SOUTHERN RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 33		$36,500
COOLEEMEE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	131 CHURCH STREET	3362846040	$33,286
DOLL AND TOY MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		7047629359	$21,381
BROWN-FISHER ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046332995
CABARRUS COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ART & AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM
CABARRUS GENEALOGY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3362422035
DAVIDSON COUNTY MUSUEM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		7042492742
DAVIDSON COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
FREEDOM MUSEUM USA	HISTORY MUSEUM		8066698040
GOLD HILL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042679439
GRIMES MILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046364311
HALL HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	215 DEPOT STREET	7046360103
HISTORIC CONCORD PRESERVATION TR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH ROWAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048558329
HORIZONS UNLIMITED	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046393004
MT ULLA HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATHAN BROWN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HWY OLD 80
PRICE OF FREEDOM MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7048577474
SOUTHERN TEXTILE HERITAGE CORRIDOR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3362846040
TRADING FORD HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORY MUSEUM		7046333125
UTZMAN CHAMBERS & M. BRAUN HOUSES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046363101

Libraries in Faith

Name	Address	Annual Visits
DAVIDSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	602 S MAIN ST	563,651
CABARRUS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	27 UNION ST N	415,387
ROWAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 W FISHER ST	341,569

Farmers Markets in Faith

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
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Salisbury	1560 Julian Road	06/11/2014 to 10/29/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Spencer	400 Block South Salisbury Avenue	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
China Grove Farmers Market	308 North Main Street	05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Lexington Farmers Market	Railroad Street				Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	24 Market Street	05/15/2013 to 09/25/2013	Wed: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	518 Winecoff School Rd.		Tue: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Salisbury-Rowan County Farmers Market	South Jackson St and West Fisher St	04/25/2015 to	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Faith

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cabarrus Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	329 Mcgill Ave	7044904487
High Branch Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	325 Mcgill Ave	7047063807

Cell Towers in Faith

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
695 YOUNG MOUNTAIN ROAD	TOWER	205
49221 Reeves Island Drive	TOWER	101
1628 STOKES FERRY ROAD	TOWER	86
813 CONCORD ROAD	TOWER	82
5315 STOWE LANE	TOWER	59
Linwood Cell Site - 153 Sigmon Road	TOWER	57
(Salisbury) ADJ TO 729 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD SOUTH	GTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Faith

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Town of Faith Fire Department	1005 Raney ST	Mostly volunteer			704-279-4154

Bridges in Faith

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1926	25	13,500	F
Culvert	Steel	1981	25	1,200	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	72	1,100	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	36	620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	31	620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	31	620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	45	540	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	57	400	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2015	24	200	G

Amtrak Stations in Faith

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Kannapolis, NC	201 South Main Street	TRAIN
Lexington Barbeque Festival, NC	29 South Railroad Street	TRAIN
Salisbury, NC	215 Depot Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Faith

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC	11550 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	ROWAN
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC	11550 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN

Airports Near Faith

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Piedmont Triad International Airport	GSO	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Harbor Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud Field	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Asheboro Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Bethany Airport	—	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
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Darr Field	—	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Delk's Airport	—	Small Airport
DS Butler Farm and Airfield	—	Small Airport
Dusenbury Field	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Elkin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	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

Police Stations in Faith

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office	30 Corban Avenue Southeast
China Grove Police Department	205 Swink Street
Concord Police Department	41 Cabarrus Avenue West
Cooleemee Police Department
Landis Police Department	136 North Central Avenue
Lexington Police Department
Rowan County Sheriff's Office	232 North Main Street
Salisbury Police Department	130 East Liberty Street
Village of Misenheimer Municipal Building	49137 Ward Drive

Grocery Stores in Faith

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Love's Travel Stop 507	Convenience Store	1105 Peerler Rd
Sheetz 838	Convenience Store	1215 Peeler Rd
Swami Shreeji Enterprises Llc	Convenience Store	5035 Faith Rd

Treatment Centers in Faith

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carolina Energetics PC	Substance Abuse	704-762-9630
CMC Northeast - Partial Hospitalization Program	Mental Health	704-403-1831
Daymark Recovery Services - Davidson Center	Both	336-242-2450
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis	Both	336-300-8826
Daymark Recovery Services - Rowan Center	Both	704-633-3616
Four Directions Counseling and - Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	336-224-0863
Lexington Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	336-224-1919
Rowan Regional Medical Center - LifeWorks Behavioral Health Ctr	Both	704-210-5000
Treatment Centers LLC - Rowan Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	704-645-8539

Churches & Religious Organizations in Faith

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 669

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Frequently Asked Questions About Faith

What is the population of Faith?

Faith has a population of 1,090 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,038 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Faith expensive to live in?

Faith 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 $128,274, 71% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Faith safe?

Faith is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,841 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Faith receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Faith?

Faith enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°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 43.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Faith?

The job market in Faith is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,106. There are 3,334 business establishments in the area, including 235 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Faith?

The median home value in Faith is $249,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,919. For renters, the median monthly rent is $927. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 90.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,570.

How are the schools in Faith?

Schools in Faith have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 32.9% of adults in Faith hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Faith?

The obesity rate in Faith is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 22.8% are physically inactive. 27.8% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Faith?

The average commute in Faith is 29 minutes. 96.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Faith?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Faith is 89.4% White, 2.4% Black or African American. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 9.9% of residents have a disability. 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Granite Quarry, NC 3,015 pop · 1.7 mi Rockwell, NC 2,688 pop · 3.8 mi Salisbury, NC 35,730 pop · 5.5 mi East Spencer, NC 1,309 pop · 6.5 mi China Grove, NC 4,487 pop · 6.7 mi Spencer, NC 3,305 pop · 7.7 mi Landis, NC 3,726 pop · 9.0 mi Southmont, NC 1,293 pop · 11.1 mi Enochville, NC 3,392 pop · 12.6 mi Kannapolis, NC 56,470 pop · 13.1 mi Mount Pleasant, NC 1,866 pop · 13.6 mi Tyro, NC 3,635 pop · 15.2 mi Cleveland, NC 1,053 pop · 16.0 mi Concord, NC 106,518 pop · 16.9 mi

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Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 3/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 20/32

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