Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

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

Lake Norman of Catawba is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 9,308. Residents earn $106,836 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

9,308 Population 386/sq mi density

$106,836 Median Income $65,368 per capita

$522,300 Home Value $545,692 Zillow

$1,246 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

162 Violent Crime/100K 3,734 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$106,836 median income, 1.9% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.9 / 5.0

$522,300 home value, $1,246/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

162 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)

Education

4.4 / 5.0

42.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $106,836

42% higher than US avg

Home Value $522,300

85% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 162/100K

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 42.6%

26% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,246

7% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.7%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.9%

69% lower than US avg

How Lake Norman of Catawba Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population9,308

Median Age50.5 yrs

Density386/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$106,836

Per Capita$65,368

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty3.9%

County GDP$13,548M

Commute35 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$522,300

Rent$1,246

Ownership88.7%

Zillow$545,692

Housing Units4,472

Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

Violent162/100K

Property3,734/100K

Health

Obesity33.7%

Uninsured7.8%

Smoking11.7%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain46.7 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation852 ft (260 m)

Education

Bachelor's+42.6%

High School+95.0%

Graduate+11.9%

School Score6.18

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%

Commute35 min

Broadband91.5%

EV Stations1

Libraries4

Is Lake Norman of Catawba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Norman of Catawba receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Lake Norman of Catawba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Norman of Catawba is $106,836, which is significantly higher than the national average / 42% above $75,149. This places Lake Norman of Catawba among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Norman of Catawba is $522,300, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,246 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lake Norman of Catawba is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,734 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake Norman of Catawba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lake Norman of Catawba has a population of 9,308 with a density of 386 people per square mile, spread across 32.4 square miles. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.2% of residents, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 8.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,308

Total Population

386

People / sq mi

50.5yrs

Median Age

30% above US avg

32.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%

Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Norman of Catawba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.2%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.8%

57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Norman of Catawba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Norman of Catawba is $106,836, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,368 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,217, 15% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,123 business establishments, including 415 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Norman of Catawba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$106,836
	42% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$65,368
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,217
IRS Avg AGI	$95,184
Gini Index	0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.9%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,123
County GDP	$13,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants	415
Healthcare	537
Retail	676
Manufacturing	296

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,650
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.5 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Norman of Catawba is $522,300, 85% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $545,692. Homes sell for 97.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,246 (7% 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. 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,472 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1999. The average annual property tax is $4,650 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$522,300
	85% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$545,692
Median List Price	$557,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$557,000
$/Sq Ft	$217
Homes Sold	20
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.7%
Price Drops	17.1%
Inventory	82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,246
	7% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	88.7%
Owner-Occupied	88.7%
Renter-Occupied	11.3%
Housing Units	4,472
Median Year Built	1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,650
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.89%

In Lake Norman of Catawba, 33.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 29.1% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 18.7% report binge drinking. 17.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,477. The dentist ratio is 1:1,749. 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Lake Norman of Catawba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.7%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	29.1%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.7%
	16% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.7%
Physical Inactivity	17.3%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.5%
Uninsured	7.8%
	9% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,477
Dentists	1:1,749
Mental Health	1:382
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	69.2%
Premature Death	8,077/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	66.8%
Healthcare Facilities	537

Lake Norman of Catawba has a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,734 per 100,000, 90% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Norman of Catawba receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Lake Norman of Catawba vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	162.3/100K
	57% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,733.8/100K
	90% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Lake Norman of Catawba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°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 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 852 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.4°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	852 ft (260 m)
Area	32.4 sq mi (83.8 km²)
Population Density	386/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5984°N, 80.9875°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Iredell County County
Nearest Airport	Statesville Regional (SVH) 12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"

23% above US avg

Snowfall 4.9"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.49"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	80.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	16.6 / 100
Community Resilience	54.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

29 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	130 km
Jun 26, 1995	6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia	M3.4	136 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	19 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	100 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	104 km
Jul 7, 1995	3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee	M3.0	125 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	136 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	88 km
Mar 6, 2006	3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina	M2.8	127 km
Feb 12, 2021	8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee	M2.8	144 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	115 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	127 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	116 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	119 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	97 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	75 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	67 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	128 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	100 km
Apr 25, 2016	6 km N of Weaverville, North Carolina	M2.5	144 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Isaias (2020, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Isaias	Category 1	296 km
2018	Florence	Category 1	296 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	296 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	289 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	212 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	100 km

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

Tornado History

350 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 297 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	47 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	73 km	1
May 5, 1989	EF4	56 km	4
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	91 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	69 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	72 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	50 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	74 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	87 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	85 km	0
May 26, 2022	EF2	39 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	88 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	40 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	61 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	86 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	40 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	29 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	58 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	89 km	0
Mar 3, 2012	EF2	47 km	0

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	87 km
2007	LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB)	7,151	88 km
2016	CHESTNUT KNOB	6,418	61 km
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	56 km
2017	WHITE CREEK	4,166	85 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,976	84 km
2008	SUNRISE	1,906	90 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,879	92 km
2016	TOMBSTONE	1,747	67 km
2017	DOBSON KNOB	1,720	94 km
2016	HORTON	1,480	80 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,348	83 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,304	84 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	85 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,149	85 km
2021	GRINDSTONE	1,106	94 km
2017	UNNAMED	1,097	75 km
1985	UNNAMED	1,064	77 km
2015	BALD KNOB	918	94 km
2007	COX CREEK FIRE	823	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	3.8 in	Coldest
February	42°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	50°F (10°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
April	58°F (15°C)	3.2 in	Driest
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	71°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	60°F (15°C)	3.6 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.2 in
December	42°F (6°C)	3.5 in

Lake Norman of Catawba has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (3.2").

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Lake Norman of Catawba is located in Iredell County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 42.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.9% of the vote, a 32.6-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 537 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%

D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	42.6%
	26% above US avg
High School+	95.0%
Graduate Degree+	11.9%
School Test Score	6.18

A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	386/sq mi
Total Area	32.4 sq mi
County	Iredell County County

Services

Broadband Access	91.5%
Avg Download Speed	200.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	32.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	537
Restaurants	415
Retail Stores	676

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.5 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.4%

Average costs for common services in Lake Norman of Catawba. 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	$966
Toddler	$756
Preschool	$644
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$795
Toddler	$611
Preschool	$633

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Iredell County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	12,076	748	$40,537	1.49
Manufacturing	11,735	362	$67,980	1.76
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,182	645	$60,516	0.70
Accommodation & Food Services	8,149	457	$22,969	1.10
Construction	5,189	764	$71,350	1.22
Administrative & Waste Services	4,566	533	$48,160	0.96
Wholesale Trade	3,804	559	$94,558	1.19
Arts & Entertainment	2,654	186	$65,800	1.94
Other Services	2,301	535	$45,799	0.94
Finance & Insurance	1,357	360	$105,671	0.41
Transportation & Warehousing	1,254	193	$55,771	0.36
Educational Services	1,212	96	$47,344	0.72
Real Estate	891	375	$55,485	0.71
Agriculture & Forestry	517	43	$65,997	0.79
Information & Technology	510	139	$91,669	0.34
Utilities	325	13	$95,634	1.05
Mining & Oil/Gas	23	4	$79,323	0.07
Unclassified	8	24	$90,529	0.07

Schools in Lake Norman of Catawba

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sherrills Ford Elementary	Elementary	517	32	16.2:1

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Radio Stations near Lake Norman of Catawba

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN Korean	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
BBN	christian-gospel	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
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC

Campgrounds Near Lake Norman of Catawba

1 campgrounds found near Lake Norman of Catawba.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BOOMER PARK SHELTER	5.0/5	1	Free

National Parks Near Lake Norman of Catawba

33 national parks and monuments found near Lake Norman of Catawba.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	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 James State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River	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
Pineola State Natural Area	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

Museums in Lake Norman of Catawba

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
CAROLINA RAPTOR CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		7048756521	$1,119,714
LATTA PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048752312	$384,883
CATAWBA COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 73	8284650383	$327,016
IREDELL MUSEUMS OF ARTS AND HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048734734	$131,977
FORT DOBBS HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048735882	$89,411
NEWTON DEPOT AUTHORITY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1123 N MAIN AVENUE	8284643930	$30,669
DAVIDSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048926022	$10,093
BREVARD STATION MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042639801
CATAWBA COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM	30 N COLLEGE AVE	7044650383
CATAWBA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8282414077
DALE EARNHARDT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1675 DALE EARNHARDT
DISCOVERY PLACE KIDS- HUNTERSVILLE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	105 GILEAD ROAD	7043726261
HISTORIC VANCE HOUSE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	501 WEST SHARPE STREET	7042520269
IREDELL MUSEUMS- KIDS@PLAY	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		7048727508
LOUISE GILBERT ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
MEMORY LANE MOTORSPORTS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046623673
MOORESVILLE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046631873
NORTH CAROLINA AUTO HALL-FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046635331
P & W MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PRESERVATION STATESVILLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 293	7044509828
RYLAND HOMES	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048756119
TOM CLARK MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048929213

Libraries in Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CATAWBA COUNTY LIBRARY	115 W C ST	405,143
IREDELL COUNTY LIBRARY	201 N TRADD ST	278,729
MOORESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 S MAIN ST	245,108

Farmers Markets in Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
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
Catawba Farms Farmers' Market	1670 Southwest Blvd	04/16/2016 to 12/17/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Claremont Tailgate Market	3288 East Main Street	05/03/2013 to 09/27/2013	Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Conover Farmers Market	109 1st Street East	04/27/2013 to 10/26/2013	Sun: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;		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
Meeting Street Farmers Market at Morriosn Plantation	115 Plantation Ridge Dr.				Visit
Mooresville Rotary Club Farmers Market	Located at First Baptist Church parking lot
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
Stateville Rotary Farmers Market	East Sharpe Street
The Davidson Farmer's Market	Main Street	04/01/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
the Evening Farmers Market	Pecan Park, Center and Water Streets	04/07/2016 to 10/27/2016	Thu: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
the Evening Farmers Market	115 Arp Lane	04/03/2014 to 10/30/2014	Thu: 4:00 AM-6:30 PM;		Visit
Troutman Depot Farmer's Market	137 South Main Street				Visit
Wallace Community Tailgate Market	11202 Harris Rd. (Eastfield Rd.)

Breweries in Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Amos Howards	American Restaurant, American Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub, Pub, Brewery	2828 Us 70 Hwy	8283238753	Visit
Ass Clown Brewing Company	Brewery	10620 Bailey Rd
Bayne Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	19507 W Catawba Ave	7048976426
D9 Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	11138 C Treynorth Dr	17044579368
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
Star Milling Co	Wholesale Feed, Agricultural Chemicals, Animal Feed Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	2206 W	7048739561
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

EV Charging Stations in Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Marshall	8420 Hwy 150	CHARGEUP	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Lake Norman of Catawba

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
ON NC 115 2.5 MI SE CORNELIUS MECKLENBURG CTY	TOWER	108
3461 COUNTY LINE TRL	TOWER	96
LINCOLNTON CELL SITE: 800' WNW OF SR-1003, 2.1 MILE E OF US-321, 3 MILES NE OF	TOWER	96
3426 BUNKER HILL SCHOOL RD (66359)	GTOWER	96
590 MURDOCK RD	TOWER	94
1215 Eulalia Ln (66382)	LTOWER	79
6000 S. NC Hwy. 16 (153691)	MTOWER	61
181 TOWER DRIVE	TOWER	61
170 T-BIRD DRIVE	TOWER	59
20401 ZION STREET	TOWER	58
On Anderson Moutain (66371)	LTOWER	41

Fire Stations in Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Sherrills Ford-Terrell Fire & Rescue	4011 Slanting Bridge RD	Mostly career			828-478-2131

Power Plants Near Lake Norman of Catawba

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MARSHALL (NC)	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL	221112	-81.0	OP

Bridges in Lake Norman of Catawba

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	455	16,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	1,162	16,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	241	9,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	301	9,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	155	9,900	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	428	8,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	135	5,400	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	287	2,600	F
Culvert	Steel	1976	32	1,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	57	1,500	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2001	93	750	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	512	620	G
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	91	500	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	27	450	F

Superfund Sites Near Lake Norman of Catawba

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BROYHILL FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC	2309 N. COLLEGE ST.	CATAWBA
BROYHILL FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC	2309 N. COLLEGE ST.	CATAWBA
CARDINAL FG FLAT GLASS PLANT	342 MOORESVILLE BLVD	IREDELL COUNTY
DUKE ENERGY - MCGUIRE NUCLEAR STATION	12700 HAGERS FERRY RD	MECKLENBURG
DUKE ENERGY LINCOLN COMBUSTION TURBINE STATION	6769 OLD PLANK ROAD	LINCOLN

Airports Near Lake Norman of Catawba

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Hickory Regional Airport	HKY	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport	—	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
Cleveland Airport	—	Small Airport
Clyde Valley 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
Elkin Municipal 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
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffords Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lake Norman of Catawba

10 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Catawba Police Department	107 South Main Street
Cawtaba County Sheriff’s Office
Claremont Police Department	3301 East Main Street
Conover Police Department	115 2nd Avenue Northeast
Huntersville Police Department
Iredell County Sheriff's Department	230 North Tradd Street
Maiden Police Department	201 West Main Street
Maiden Police Station
Mooresville Police Station
Newton Police	411 North Main Avenue

Grocery Stores in Lake Norman of Catawba

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Publix North Carolina LP 1583	Supermarket	7883 Village Ctr N

Post Offices in Lake Norman of Catawba

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Sherrills Ford Post Office	8220 Sherrills Ford Road
Terrell Post Office	7985 NC Hwy 150 E

Treatment Centers in Lake Norman of Catawba

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carolina Specialty Care PA - Addiction Medicine Services	Substance Abuse	704-872-8711
Changing Lives Matter LLC	Both	704-240-8097
Childrens Hope Alliances Day Trt Prog	Mental Health	704-872-4157
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/Iredell	Both	704-871-1045
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Lincolnton	Both	704-240-3066
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Statesville	Both	828-322-5915
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Statesville	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Norman of Catawba

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CROSSROADS BIBLE CHURCH	4603 KISER ISLAND RD
REHOBETH TERRELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	PO BOX 356
SAMUEL STUTTS MINISTRIES INC	9113 CLEMENT CIR
SHERRILLS FORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 246
TERRELL BAPTIST CHURCH	4146 SLANTING BRIDGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Norman of Catawba

What is the population of Lake Norman of Catawba?

Lake Norman of Catawba has a population of 9,308 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 386 people per square mile, spread across 32.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.8% female and 45.2% male.

Is Lake Norman of Catawba expensive to live in?

Lake Norman of Catawba 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 $106,836, 42% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $522,300 (85% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,246 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Norman of Catawba safe?

Lake Norman of Catawba is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,734 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lake Norman of Catawba receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Norman of Catawba?

Lake Norman of Catawba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The job market in Lake Norman of Catawba is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,217. There are 7,123 business establishments in the area, including 415 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 18.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The median home value in Lake Norman of Catawba is $522,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $545,692. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,246. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,650.

How are the schools in Lake Norman of Catawba?

Schools in Lake Norman of Catawba score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 42.6% of adults in Lake Norman of Catawba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Norman of Catawba?

The obesity rate in Lake Norman of Catawba is 33.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 17.3% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,477.

What is transportation like in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The average commute in Lake Norman of Catawba is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Norman of Catawba?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Norman of Catawba is 87.6% White, 1.4% Black or African American. 94.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.8% speak Spanish. 8.5% of the population are military veterans. 9.2% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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