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Hiddenite, NC

North Carolina · Alexander County · Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro

Hiddenite is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 237. Residents earn $138,098 per year, which is 84% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
237 Population 149/sq mi density
$138,098 Median Income $52,392 per capita
$221,700 Home Value $250,579 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
146 Violent Crime/100K 6,317 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$138,098 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,700 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
146 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $138,098
84% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,700
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 146/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$138,098
Per Capita$52,392
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$1,196M

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,700
Ownership83.0%
Zillow$250,579
Housing Units140
Rent Burden22.8%

Crime

F
Violent146/100K
Property6,317/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+73.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Hiddenite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiddenite receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hiddenite offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiddenite is $138,098, which is significantly higher than the national average / 84% above $75,149. This places Hiddenite among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hiddenite is $221,700, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hiddenite is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,317 per 100,000, 222% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hiddenite enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hiddenite has a population of 237 with a density of 149 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.7% female and 60.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.5% of residents, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 13.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

237
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiddenite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish 19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hiddenite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiddenite is $138,098, which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,392 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $888, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 699 business establishments, including 45 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hiddenite vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,098
84% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,392
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$63,181
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)699
County GDP$1,196M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare52
Retail80
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,071
12% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hiddenite is $221,700, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,579, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 103.4% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 83.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 140 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,071. 22.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,700
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.0%
Owner-Occupied83.0%
Renter-Occupied17.0%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,071
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Hiddenite, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 24.7% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,235. The dentist ratio is 1:4,564. 47.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,235
Dentists1:4,564
Mental Health1:1,105
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death10,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access47.3%
Healthcare Facilities52
Hiddenite has a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,317 per 100,000, 222% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hiddenite receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.8/100K
62% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,316.8/100K
222% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Hiddenite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 301 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 52.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,075 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates35.9077°N, 81.0811°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAlexander County County
Nearest AirportStatesville Regional (SVH)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.6"
38% above US avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.65"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0455 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score45.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability77.8 / 100
Community Resilience26.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
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

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 101 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 129 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 48 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 102 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 94 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 91 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 149 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 130 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 60 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 113 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 127 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 150 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 95 km
Mar 21, 2004 16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M2.7 99 km
Aug 30, 2010 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee M2.7 87 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 114 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 40 km
Aug 17, 2021 6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina M2.7 56 km
Jul 8, 2023 Virginia-North Carolina border region M2.6 97 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 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 3 229 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 134 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

305 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 264 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 27 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 66 km 4
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 91 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 64 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 64 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 84 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF3 78 km 0
May 22, 1985 EF3 76 km 0
May 26, 2022 EF2 13 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 98 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 87 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 65 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 33 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 70 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 30 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 44 km 0
Mar 3, 2012 EF2 81 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 46 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 89 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 81 km 2
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 73 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 76 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 61 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 51 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 73 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 95 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 68 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 99 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 98 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 77 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 82 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 97 km
2016 RAILROAD GRADE 2016 1,790 99 km
2016 TOMBSTONE 1,747 71 km
2017 DOBSON KNOB 1,720 83 km
2016 HORTON 1,480 51 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,348 68 km
2013 TANK HOLLOW 1,340 99 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,304 69 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,149 63 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in

Hiddenite has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and November the driest (3.5").

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Hiddenite is located in Alexander County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.5% of the vote, a 59.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 52 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+73.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyAlexander County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed132.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants45
Retail Stores80

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Hiddenite. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$688
Toddler$569
Preschool$511
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$468
Toddler$421
Preschool$423
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Alexander County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,958 73 $48,341 4.23
Retail Trade 756 77 $30,603 0.89
Accommodation & Food Services 701 46 $18,213 0.91
Administrative & Waste Services 357 48 $52,787 0.71
Construction 316 82 $49,000 0.71
Finance & Insurance 178 34 $56,598 0.52
Other Services 176 66 $37,662 0.69
Arts & Entertainment 73 10 $19,184 0.51
Real Estate 42 24 $59,185 0.32
Information & Technology 28 7 $49,119 0.18

Schools in Hiddenite

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Alexander Middle Middle 559 35 16.0:1
Hiddenite Elementary Elementary 374 26 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Hiddenite

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WNCW AAC+ 48 kbps
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio charlotte, classical AAC+ 128 kbps
96.9 The Kat country AAC

Campgrounds Near Hiddenite

10 campgrounds found near Hiddenite.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BERRY MOUNTAIN PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $25
BOOMER PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 Free
Fish Dam Creek Park 5.0/5 1 $50
KEOWEE PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $40
FORT HAMBY PARK 4.6/5 36 $30–$125
WARRIOR CREEK 4.5/5 63 $22–$85
BANDITS ROOST 4.4/5 103 $20–$85
Basin Cove Backcountry Camping 4.3/5 8 $15
Dam Site Shelter 2.8/5 1 $50
W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room $50

National Parks Near Hiddenite

35 national parks and monuments found near Hiddenite.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hanging Rock State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother 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
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
New River Trail State Park 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
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Museums in Hiddenite

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CATAWBA COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 738284650383$327,016
HIDDENITE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM316 HIDDENITE CHURCH RD8286326966$241,462
WILKES HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 E MAIN ST3366673171$143,648
IREDELL MUSEUMS OF ARTS AND HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUM7048734734$131,977
FORT DOBBS HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7048735882$89,411
NEWTON DEPOT AUTHORITYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1123 N MAIN AVENUE8284643930$30,669
ALEXANDER COUNTY ANCESTORYHISTORIC PRESERVATION205 MAIN AVENUE DRIVE8286350064
ALEXANDER COUNTY OLD JAIL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
CATAWBA COUNTY FIREFIGHTERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION8284660911
CATAWBA COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM30 N COLLEGE AVE7044650383
CATAWBA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8282414077
HISTORIC VANCE HOUSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION501 WEST SHARPE STREET7042520269
IREDELL MUSEUMS- KIDS@PLAYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM7048727508
JAMES LARKIN PEARSON LIBRARY-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1328 S COLLEGIATE DRIVE
LOUISE GILBERT ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
PRESERVATION STATESVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 2937044509828

Libraries in Hiddenite

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CATAWBA COUNTY LIBRARY115 W C ST0.0405,143
IREDELL COUNTY LIBRARY201 N TRADD ST0.0278,729
ALEXANDER COUNTY LIBRARY77 1ST AVE SW0.062,907

Farmers Markets in Hiddenite

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alexander County Farmers Market280 NC Hwy 16 South06/14/2014 to 09/13/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Catawba County Public Health Farmers Market3070 11th Ave Dr. SE06/04/2015 to 09/24/2015Thu: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Claremont Tailgate Market 3288 East Main Street 05/03/2013 to 09/27/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Conover Farmers Market109 1st Street East04/27/2013 to 10/26/2013Sun: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Farmers Market at Center United Methodist Church4945 Sherrills Ford Road06/04/2014 to 09/24/2014Wed: 2:00 PM-5:30 PM;
Statesville Market and Exchange, Inc. 646 Baily Farm RoadVisit
Stateville Rotary Farmers MarketEast Sharpe Street
the Evening Farmers MarketPecan Park, Center and Water Streets04/07/2016 to 10/27/2016Thu: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
the Evening Farmers Market115 Arp Lane04/03/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 4:00 AM-6:30 PM;Visit
Troutman Depot Farmer's Market 137 South Main StreetVisit
Winters Farmers Market at The Crossing at Hollar Mill883 Highland Avenue SE11/01/2017 to 04/18/2018Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes

Restaurants in Hiddenite

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Taqueria Lolita
The Yellow Deli

Gas Stations in Hiddenite

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cubbard Express
Exxon

Banks in Hiddenite

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peoples Bank
Taylorsville Savings Bank SSB

Breweries in Hiddenite

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Amos HowardsAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub, Pub, Brewery2828 Us 70 Hwy8283238753Visit
Star Milling CoWholesale Feed, Agricultural Chemicals, Animal Feed Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries2206 W7048739561

Cell Towers in Hiddenite

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6467 North NC Highway 16 (66389)LTOWER96
3426 BUNKER HILL SCHOOL RD (66359)GTOWER96
590 MURDOCK RDTOWER94
Willie Mcleod Road (154165)LTOWER92
200 Old mountain Road (66387)MTOWER64
170 T-BIRD DRIVETOWER59

Bridges in Hiddenite

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabPrestressed concrete2015922,400G
SlabPrestressed concrete20212031,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous1985581,300F
SlabPrestressed concrete1993921,300F
CulvertConcrete continuous200133900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2006180870G
CulvertConcrete continuous201238870G
CulvertSteel198727820G
SlabPrestressed concrete199247750F
CulvertSteel200243700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1986122650G
CulvertSteel197238600P
CulvertSteel197236500F
SlabPrestressed concrete1999122420G
CulvertSteel199724360G
Tee BeamConcrete1957160250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195231200F
SlabPrestressed concrete1985107120G
CulvertSteel199826100F

Superfund Sites Near Hiddenite

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BROYHILL FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC2309 N. COLLEGE ST.CATAWBA
BROYHILL FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC2309 N. COLLEGE ST.CATAWBA
LACKAWANNA LEATHER COMPANY106 SOMERSET DR.CATAWBA

Airports Near Hiddenite

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlotte Douglas International AirportCLTLarge Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional AirportUSAMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Alexander County AirportSmall Airport
Ashe County AirportSmall Airport
Atwell AirportSmall Airport
Bahnson AirportSmall Airport
Barringer FieldSmall Airport
Blackhawk FieldSmall Airport
Boone Inc AirportSmall Airport
Boonville AirportSmall Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek AirportSmall Airport
Bradford Field AirportSmall Airport
Bradley FieldSmall Airport
Broadway AirfieldSmall Airport
Brown AirportSmall Airport
Buffalo Creek AirportSmall Airport
Chalfant AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Corriher FieldSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Elkin Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Enochville AirportSmall Airport
Ervin AirfieldSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AirportSmall Airport
Flying S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Georgia Road FieldSmall Airport
Goodnight's AirportSmall Airport
Gryder-Teague AirportSmall Airport
Hamptonville AirportSmall Airport
Happy Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
Johnson County AirportSmall Airport
Johnston AirportSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Lake Norman AirparkSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Lone Hickory AirportSmall Airport
Long Island AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Hiddenite

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Catawba Police Department107 South Main Street
Claremont Police Department3301 East Main Street
Conover Police Department115 2nd Avenue Northeast
Iredell County Sheriff's Department230 North Tradd Street
Newton Police411 North Main Avenue
Wilkes County Sheriff's Office381 Executive Drive
Wilkes County Sheriff's Office381 Executive Drive

Grocery Stores in Hiddenite

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
All American RacewayConvenience Store6901 Millersville Rd
Cubbard Express 12Convenience Store5190 NC Highway 90 E
Dollar General 31223Other7050 Millersville Road
DOLLAR GENERAL 6656Other87 Old Mountain Rd
Family Dollar 9333Other5025 NC Highway 90 E

Post Offices in Hiddenite

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Postal Service5181 NC-90

Treatment Centers in Hiddenite

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Recovery Medical ServicesSubstance Abuse704-872-0234
Carolina Specialty Care PA - Addiction Medicine ServicesSubstance Abuse704-872-8711
Carolina Wellness and Recovery ServsSubstance Abuse828-326-9141
Childrens Hope Alliances Day Trt ProgMental Health704-872-4157
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/IredellBoth704-871-1045
Hickory Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of North Carolina LPSubstance Abuse828-485-1320
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH StatesvilleBoth828-322-5915
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - HickorySubstance Abuse704-332-9001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - StatesvilleSubstance Abuse704-332-9001
Stepping Stone of North Carolina - Stepping Stone of WilkesSubstance Abuse336-568-0271
Synergy Recovery IncSubstance Abuse336-667-7191 x0

DOL Wage Violations in Hiddenite

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $101,868 in back wages owed to 79 employees.

2
Violations
$101,868
Back Wages Owed
79
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
Hiddenite Gems 28636 1 $64,141 $1,365 47
Industrial Timbers 28636 1 $37,727 $1,179 32

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hiddenite

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
4 FREEDOM MINISTRIES3670 SHARPE MILL RD
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP636 PATTERSON RD
MT WESLEY WESLEYAN CHURCH403 MOUNT WESLEY CHURCH RD
TWELVE TRIBES COMMUNITIESPO BOX 100
WORD OF LIFE UNITED2245 HUCKLEBERRY RIDGE RD

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Historic Markers
4
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hiddenite

What is the population of Hiddenite?

Hiddenite has a population of 237 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 149 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.7% female and 60.3% male.

Is Hiddenite expensive to live in?

Hiddenite 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 $138,098, 84% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,700 (21% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hiddenite safe?

Hiddenite is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,317 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hiddenite receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hiddenite?

Hiddenite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Hiddenite?

Hiddenite has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $888. There are 699 business establishments in the area, including 45 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Hiddenite?

The median home value in Hiddenite is $221,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,579. The homeownership rate is 83.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,071.

How are the schools in Hiddenite?

Schools in Hiddenite score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Hiddenite hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hiddenite?

The obesity rate in Hiddenite is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 24.7% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 11.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,235.

What are the demographics of Hiddenite?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hiddenite is 100% White. 80.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 13.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.9% of residents have a disability. 86.8% have health insurance coverage.

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