Lake Wylie, SC

South Carolina · Gaston County · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro

Lake Wylie is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 15,177. Residents earn $112,113 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

15,177 Population 1,926/sq mi density

$112,113 Median Income $51,944 per capita

$464,200 Home Value $599,590 Zillow

$1,517 Median Rent 34.3% income on rent

62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

46 Violent Crime/100K 1,357 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$112,113 median income, 4.9% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$464,200 home value, $1,517/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

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

A+

Education

4.7 / 5.0

46.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $112,113

49% higher than US avg

Home Value $464,200

65% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 46/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 46.4%

38% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,517

30% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.1%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.9%

36% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.0%

27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,177

Median Age38.7 yrs

Density1,926/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 80%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

Median Income$112,113

Per Capita$51,944

Unemployment4.9%

Poverty9.0%

County GDP$11,264M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$464,200

Rent$1,517

Ownership77.5%

Zillow$599,590

Housing Units5,646

Rent Burden34.3%

Crime

Violent46/100K

Property1,357/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking9.7%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain43.3 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+46.4%

High School+98.1%

Graduate+14.6%

School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%

Commute31 min

Broadband96.3%

EV Stations3

Libraries10

Is Lake Wylie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Wylie 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 crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Wylie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Wylie is $112,113, which is significantly higher than the national average / 49% above $75,149. This places Lake Wylie among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Wylie is $464,200, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,517 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Lake Wylie is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,357 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Wylie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lake Wylie has a population of 15,177 with a density of 1,926 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 10.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 6.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,177

Total Population

1,926

People / sq mi

38.7yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

7.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Wylie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.4%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.6%

51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Wylie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Wylie is $112,113, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,043, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,635 business establishments, including 410 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 19.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Wylie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$112,113
	49% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$51,944
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,043
IRS Avg AGI	$69,245
Gini Index	0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.9%
	36% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.0%
	27% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,635
County GDP	$11,264M

Business (County)

Restaurants	410
Healthcare	553
Retail	631
Manufacturing	265

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,212
	20% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.5 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Wylie is $464,200, 65% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $599,590, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,517 (30% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $982 for a one-bedroom to $1,155 for a two-bedroom apartment. 77.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,646 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2005. The average annual property tax is $4,212 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$464,200
	65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$599,590
Median List Price	$525,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$525,000
$/Sq Ft	$215
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.7%
Price Drops	19.4%
Inventory	98

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,517
	30% above US avg
Rent Burden	34.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$928
1 Bedroom	$982
2 Bedrooms	$1,155
3 Bedrooms	$1,450
4 Bedrooms	$1,699

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	77.5%
Owner-Occupied	77.5%
Renter-Occupied	22.5%
Housing Units	5,646
Median Year Built	2005

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,212
	20% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.91%

In Lake Wylie, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.4% report binge drinking. 19.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.0% report depression. 16.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,908. The dentist ratio is 1:1,816. 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Lake Wylie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.1%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	4.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	9.1%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.7%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	19.5%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	16.0%
Physical Distress	10.6%
Short Sleep	32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.5%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,908
Dentists	1:1,816
Mental Health	1:331
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	70.2%
Premature Death	11,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	74.4%
Healthcare Facilities	553

Lake Wylie has a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,357 per 100,000, 31% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 22 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Wylie receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	46.4/100K
	88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,356.5/100K
	31% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	22
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Lake Wylie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°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 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 599 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	62.1°F
	15% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	599 ft (183 m)
Area	7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density	1,926/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0985°N, 81.0722°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Gaston County County
Nearest Airport	Charlotte/Douglas International (CLT) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.3"

14% above US avg

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.76"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	84.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.1 / 100
Community Resilience	51.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	82 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	109 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	108 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	108 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	109 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	57 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina	M3.0	130 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	102 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	126 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	130 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	117 km
Feb 18, 2005	7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina	M2.9	109 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina	M2.9	131 km
Mar 6, 2006	3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina	M2.8	146 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	108 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	106 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	100 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	130 km
Mar 9, 2024	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.7	109 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	96 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	264 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	271 km
2018	Florence	Category 1	274 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	260 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	261 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	270 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	216 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	44 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	282 km

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

Tornado History

402 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 486 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	90 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	78 km	2
May 5, 1989	EF4	34 km	1
May 5, 1989	EF4	62 km	4
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	75 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	84 km	5
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	69 km	4
Aug 16, 1994	EF3	66 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	6 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	38 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	92 km	0
May 26, 2022	EF2	96 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	76 km	0
May 5, 2020	EF2	57 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	64 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	32 km	0
Jan 11, 2020	EF2	89 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	85 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	60 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	77 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	CHESTNUT KNOB	6,418	79 km
2010	BURNING UNIT	5,567	56 km
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	82 km
2010	C-94-95 133 RX	3,192	90 km
1991	UNNAMED	3,094	98 km
2010	UNNAMED	2,909	91 km
2015	UNNAMED	2,690	69 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,514	89 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,458	72 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,395	78 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,362	76 km
2008	05/05 RX BURN	2,351	92 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,274	72 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,237	89 km
2010	C-142 RX	2,149	93 km
2007	06-09 RX BURN	2,054	94 km
2022	SCCRR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	2,039	95 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,024	80 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,000	87 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	93 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	43°F (6°C)	4.3 in	Coldest
February	44°F (7°C)	3.9 in
March	52°F (11°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	3.1 in	Driest
May	67°F (20°C)	3.7 in
June	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
July	81°F (27°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.3 in
September	71°F (22°C)	4.1 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.7 in
November	51°F (11°C)	3.4 in
December	44°F (6°C)	3.6 in

Lake Wylie has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (3.1").

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Lake Wylie is located in Gaston County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 46.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.1% of the vote, a 25-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 553 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%

D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	22
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	46.4%
	38% above US avg
High School+	98.1%
Graduate Degree+	14.6%
School Test Score	4.51

A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,926/sq mi
Total Area	7.9 sq mi
County	Gaston County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%
Avg Download Speed	194.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	35.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	553
Restaurants	410
Retail Stores	631

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.5 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.4%

Average costs for common services in Lake Wylie. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$234 ($141–$375)
Specialist Visit	$328 ($187–$515)
Urgent Care Visit	$187 ($94–$328)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,061 ($750–$4,685)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling	$234 ($141–$375)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement	$281 ($141–$469)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$562 ($375–$937)
Battery Replacement	$187 ($94–$328)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair	$375 ($141–$750)
HVAC System Install	$6,559 ($3,748–$11,244)
Roof Repair	$937 ($375–$1,874)
Roof Replacement	$8,433 ($5,154–$14,055)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,406 ($469–$3,280)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,055 ($4,685–$28,110)
DUI Defense	$4,685 ($1,874–$9,370)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,406 ($750–$2,811)
Will Preparation	$469 ($187–$937)
Trust Preparation	$2,343 ($937–$4,685)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($70–$234)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.84 ($2.81–$5.15)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.28 ($2.34–$4.69)
Loaf of Bread	$3.56 ($2.34–$5.15)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.22 ($2.81–$6.09)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.15 ($3.75–$7.03)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$131 ($75–$234)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($37–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$187 ($70–$469)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,874 ($1,124–$3,280)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.50–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$234)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,124 ($562–$2,343)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$937 ($469–$1,874)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$375 ($187–$656)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($23–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$937 ($375–$2,343)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,713 ($4,685–$28,110)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$281 ($141–$469)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$187 ($94–$375)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$640
Toddler	$578
Preschool	$468
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$628
Toddler	$607
Preschool	$586

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Gaston County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	14,299	316	$64,660	2.19
Health Care & Social Assistance	13,480	608	$61,745	1.18
Retail Trade	10,316	658	$35,992	1.30
Accommodation & Food Services	8,104	471	$22,450	1.12
Construction	5,136	645	$69,223	1.23
Administrative & Waste Services	4,080	417	$44,876	0.87
Wholesale Trade	2,428	291	$72,316	0.78
Professional & Technical Services	1,908	602	$80,442	0.35
Other Services	1,868	454	$46,827	0.78
Transportation & Warehousing	1,634	184	$45,055	0.49
Educational Services	1,343	64	$43,725	0.82
Finance & Insurance	1,113	274	$74,782	0.35
Arts & Entertainment	955	62	$20,025	0.71
Real Estate	870	274	$59,716	0.71
Information & Technology	544	80	$70,400	0.37
Utilities	384	22	$108,872	1.27
Management of Companies	330	34	$120,173	0.25
Mining & Oil/Gas	115	4	$138,406	0.38
Agriculture & Forestry	57	18	$33,926	0.09
Unclassified	11	17	$72,805	0.10

Radio Stations near Lake Wylie

8 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

Campgrounds Near Lake Wylie

2 campgrounds found near Lake Wylie.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Woods Ferry Campground (SC)	4.3/5	17	$7–$14
Poulous Loop Group Campground (SC)	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Lake Wylie

25 national parks and monuments found near Lake Wylie.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bobs Creek 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
Goodale State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Greenwood 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
Lake Wateree State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Lee State Park	State Park	Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Ninety Six National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Pineola State Natural Area	State Park	Free
South Mountains 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

Trails Near Lake Wylie

19 trails found near Lake Wylie.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NEAL SHOALS PORTAGE TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HIKING TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS FERRY HORSE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Museums in Lake Wylie

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
INJA HONG GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$47,102,879
DISCOVERY PLACE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		7043726261	$10,081,392
DANIEL STOWE BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7048254490	$8,946,663
LYNNWOOD FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043754400	$5,586,072
CULTURAL AND HERITAGE COMMISSION OF YORK COUNTY	GENERAL MUSEUM	4621 MT GALLANT RD	8033292121	$3,829,217
MUSEUM OF THE NEW SOUTH	HISTORY MUSEUM		7043331887	$2,693,762
MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043325535	$2,566,538
HARVEY B. GANTT CENTER FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS	ART MUSEUM		7045473700	$1,815,657
CAROLINAS HISTORIC AVIATION COMMISSION	GENERAL MUSEUM		7049973770	$552,531
MINT MUSEUM AUXILIARY	ART MUSEUM		7043372000	$420,018
GASTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY	ART MUSEUM		7049227681	$192,742
HISTORIC ROCK HILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	258 E WHITE STREET	8033291020	$107,803
HISTORIC ROCK HILL-WHITE HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	258 EAST WHITE STREET	8033291020	$107,803
FORT MILL HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	310 NORTH WHITE STREET	8038023646	$104,034
MCGILL ROSE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7043336497	$65,692
HISTORIC CHARLOTTE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 3113	7042660325	$30,619
MAY 20TH SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$23,983
BECHTLER MUSEUM OF MODERN ART	ART MUSEUM	420 S TRYON STREET	7043539200
BELMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048254848
CAROLINAS AUTO MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
CHARLOTTE BOTANICAL GARDEN SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	PO BOX 31395	7046870720
CHARLOTTE NATURE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7043726261
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL HISTORY CONSORTIUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042649346
COMPORIUM MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8033244030
CULTURE & HERITAGE MUSEUMS HISTORIC BRATTONSVILLE	GENERAL MUSEUM		8036842327
DALTON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
DOWD HOUSE PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043982260
HESSE KASSEL JAGER KORPS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HILTON POND CENTER FOR PIEDMONT NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		8036845852
HISTORIC BRATTONSVILLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8036842327
HISTORIC BRATTONSVILLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4621 MT GALLANT RD	8033292121
HOYLE FAMILY HOMESTEAD ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7049224330
IMAGINON JOE AND JOAN MARTIN CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7044164600
JAMES H. LYNN PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1500 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD
KELLY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	301 N TRYON STREET
MAIN STREET CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	4621 MT. GALLANT ROAD	8033292121
MECKLENBURG HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	200 EAST 7TH STREET	7045440695
MOUNT HOLLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048277552
MOUNT HOLLY NORTH CAROLINA SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048273380
MUKDEN POW REMEMBRANCE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF YORK COMPANY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8036282583
MUSEUM OF YORK COUNTY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8033292121
NASCAR HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	400 EAST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD	7046544400
PIEDMONT CAROLINAS RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048254403
PROJECT SIGNPOST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RED ARROW OF CAROLINA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCHIELE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1500 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD
SECOND WARD ALUMNI HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043988333
SETTLEMYRE PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	4621 MT GALLANT ROAD
TROUTMAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2000 W LAPORTE DR
WING HAVEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	248 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE
WINTHROP UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM
YORKVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	212 E JEFFERSON ST	8036843948

Libraries in Lake Wylie

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG LIBRARY	310 N TRYON ST	3,243,318
YORK COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	138 EAST BLACK STREET	574,173
GASTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1555 EAST GARRISON BOULEVARD	481,871

Farmers Markets in Lake Wylie

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Atherton Market	2104 South Boulevard		Mon: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-6:0	Yes	Visit
Belmont Farmers Market NC	North Main St. (Empty Lot)				Visit
Center City Green Market	101 S Tryon St				Visit
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market	1801 Yorkmont Road	09/01/2015 to 04/30/2016	Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-5:0		Visit
Downtown Pineville Farmers Market	104 Dover Street	05/16/2015 to 09/26/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Elizabeth Avenue Farmers Market	1521 Elizabeth Ave	January to December	Sat:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
fridays@G-Town Market	Main Street
Gastonia Farmers Market	410 E Long Avenue	04/06/2013 to 11/23/2013	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Thu: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit
Lowell Farmers' Market	200 E. Second Street	May to October	Thu:4:00 pm - 8:00 pm;		Visit
Meeting Street Market at Cedar Walk	11425 Ardrey Kell Rd				Visit
Meeting Street Market at Elon Park Elementary School	11425 Ardrey Kell Road	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Mount Holly Farmers Market	226 South Main Street	05/14/2016 to 08/27/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Old Town Farmers Market	115 Caldwell Street	05/08/2014 to 08/28/2014	Thu: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Springs Farm Farmers Market	1002 Springfield Parkway				Visit
The Market at Inman Farms	1101 Black Hwy (SC Rt #5)	05/14/2014 to 06/04/2014	Wed: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
York County Farmers Market	Elizabeth Lane & Black Street

Breweries in Lake Wylie

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alternative Beverage	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, NC, Commercial Equipment, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Al	4450 South Blvd	7045226427
Birdsong Brewing Co.	Bars & Clubs, Brewery Optimist Park, Nightlife, Brewery	1016 N Davidson St	7043321810, 17043321810, (704) 332-1810	Visit
C B S Distributing Inc	Distribution Services, Wholesale Restaurant Supplies, Paper Manufacturers, Breweries, Flavoring Extr	645 Pressley Rd	7045595283
Carolina Bar Supplies Dstrbtng	Wholesale Restaurant Supplies, Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Breweries, P	645 Pressley Rd L	7045234540
Helles & Dunkel	Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Retail, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale	222 E Bland St
Legal Remedy Brewing	Brewery and Beer Garden	129 Oakland Ave		Visit
Lenny Boy Brewing Co	Breweries	2224 Hawkins St
Mecklenburg County Abc Store #26	Liquor Store, Brewery	9737 Callabridge Ct Charlotte Nc 28216	9803215504
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery	Brewery, German Restaurant	4150 Yancey Rd	7045255644	Visit
Red Clay Ciderworks	Brewery	245 Clanton Rd	9804980676	Visit
Sealed Air	Packaging & Shipping Materials Retail, Industrial Hygiene Consultants, Packing & Crating Materials,	8215 Forest Point Blvd
Silver Dollar 2.0	bar & grill restaurants, Cocktail Lounges, Bars, cocktail lounges, food and drink, Restaurant, Resta	1037 Camden Ave	8033247557, 8033244130
Sugar Creek Brewery	Brewery	215 Southside Dr	7045213333	Visit
Superior Products Co	Beverage Manufacturers, drugs, wholesale, Breweries, supply, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers	4236 Wilkinson Blvd	7043982220, 7043998211
Sycamore Brewing	Brewery	2161 Hawkins St	7049103821	Visit
The Bar At 316	Gay Bar, Bar, Brewery	316 Rensselaer Ave
The Unknown Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	1327 S Mint St	9802372628	Visit
Triple C Brewery	Brewery	2900 Griffith St	7046182697	Visit
Wooden Robot Brewery	Brewery South End, Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	1440 S Tryon St	988197875, 19808197875	Visit

Stadiums & Teams in Lake Wylie

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

Pharmacies in Lake Wylie

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BI-LO - 718	158 HIGHWAY 274	803-831-2605
WALGREENS - 10838	5220 HIGHWAY 557	803-631-4144

Cell Towers in Lake Wylie

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
100 WISTERIA LN	TOWER	128
APPROX 600' E INT BARKSDALE RD & CALIFORNIA	TOWER	128
1125 DEVINNEY ROAD	TOWER	128
BELOW AIRSPACE	TOWER	81
16600 RED FEZ CLUB ROAD	TOWER	63
(Lowell site) 3700 Franklin Road	TOWER	57

Bridges in Lake Wylie

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	1,417	34,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	1,417	34,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	735	31,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	2022	480	21,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	185	13,000	F
Other	Prestressed concrete	2022	80	10,300	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2021	80	10,300	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	192	9,300	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1938	150	9,300	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	63	8,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1959	240	7,500	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	320	6,900	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	2011	312	6,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1979	480	6,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1984	120	2,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	200	1,950	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1998	90	1,600	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1994	135	1,000	F
Slab	Concrete	1985	180	1,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	165	450	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2010	90	75	G

Amtrak Stations in Lake Wylie

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Charlotte, NC	1914 North Tryon Street	TRAIN
Gastonia, NC	350 Hancock Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Lake Wylie

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AMERISTEEL CORPORATION	6601 LAKEVIEW RD	MECKLENBURG
APLIX, INC.	12300 STEELE CREEK ROAD	MECKLENBURG
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, LLC - MT. HOLLY PLANT	1800 NORTH MAIN STREET	GASTON
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, LLC - MT. HOLLY PLANT	1800 NORTH MAIN STREET	GASTON
JACKSON COUNTY POWER, LLC	9405 ARROWPOINT BLVD.	JACKSON

Airports Near Lake Wylie

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
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Bermuda High Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester Catawba Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Cleveland Airport	—	Small Airport
Clyde Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip	—	Small Airport
Duncan Airport	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
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
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Ja Field	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirk Air Base	—	Small Airport
La Dolce Terra Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Norman Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lancaster County-Mc Whirter Field	—	Small Airport
Laneys Airport	—	Small Airport
Laughing Crow Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Long Island Airpark	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lake Wylie

22 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


	15024 Ballancroft Parkway
Belmont Abbey College Police
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department - Metro Division
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Training Academy
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department - South Division	8050 Corporate Center Drive
CMPD Headquarters
CMPD Police Station	2550 West Boulevard
CMPD Police Station	9530 South Tryon Street
Community Services Unit	46 Sunset Drive
Fort Mill Police Department	112 Confederate Street
Gaston County Police Department	420 West Franklin Boulevard
Good Building
Lowell Police Department	102 East 1st Street
Mecklenburg County Sherrif's
Mt Holly Police Department
Pineville Police Department
Ranlo Police Department	1624 Spencer Mountain Road
Rock Hill Police Department	120 East Black Street
Tega Cay Police Department	7705 Tega Cay Drive
Winthrop Campus Police
York County Law Enforcement	92 Stoneybrook Drive
York County Sheriff Substation
York Police Department

Grocery Stores in Lake Wylie

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven #38987a 38987A	Convenience Store	5990 Charlotte Hwy
7-Eleven 35574H	Convenience Store	4847 Charlotte Hwy
Circle K 2723968	Convenience Store	4044 Charlotte Hwy
CVS PHARMACY 5550	Other	4724 Charlotte Hwy
Dollar Tree 7342	Other	4078 Charlotte Hwy
FOOD LION 1393	Supermarket	5233 Highway 557
Murphy Express 8515	Convenience Store	138 Highway 274
Publix 1486	Supermarket	158 Highway 274
Quiktrip 1057	Convenience Store	4020 Charlotte Hwy
Walgreens 10838	Other	5220 Highway 557
Walmart SUPERCENTER 5745	Super Store	175 Highway 274

Post Offices in Lake Wylie

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
AIM Mail Center	168 Highway 274
Steele Creek Post Office	10926 Quality Drive

Treatment Centers in Lake Wylie

26 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Caring Home - Bonnies Home for Youth	Mental Health	704-525-2840
A Caring Home - Mr Bills Place	Mental Health	704-525-2840
Amity Medical Group Inc	Substance Abuse	704-874-0200
Blanchard Institute	Substance Abuse	704-288-1097
Charlotte Rescue Mission	Substance Abuse	704-334-4635
Dilworth Center	Substance Abuse	704-372-6969
Doves Nest Program - Womens Div/Charlotte Resuce Mission	Substance Abuse	704-332-3999 x114
Flynn Fellowship Home of - Gastonia Inc	Substance Abuse	704-865-9395
Freedom Detox	Substance Abuse	980-320-1067
Gastonia Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of North Carolina LP	Substance Abuse	980-285-2990
HopeWay	Both	980-859-2106
Innervision Inc	Both	704-377-5042
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH Gastoina	Both	828-322-5915
Keystone Substance Abuse Services	Substance Abuse	803-324-1800
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Charlotte	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Gastonia	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
Monarch - BH Gaston	Substance Abuse	866-272-7826
New Beginnings - Gaston County	Substance Abuse	704-854-9102
New Beginnings - Southern Piedmont LLC	Substance Abuse	704-334-6574
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center - Behavioral Health	Both	704-384-4000
Rock Hill Treatment Specialists	Substance Abuse	803-526-7666
Self Concepts Clinical Csl Servs Inc	Substance Abuse	704-852-3874
South Charlotte VA Healthcare Center - Outpatient Clinic	Substance Abuse	704-329-1300
Sunpath LLC	Substance Abuse	704-478-6093
Water Mill Home	Mental Health	704-910-4029

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Wylie

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 5443
COMMUNITY CHURCH AT LAKE WYLIE	104 HAMILTONS FERRY RD
CULTIVATE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 1468
GOT FAITH CHURCH INC	4371 CHARLOTTE HWY STE 7
HOLY HYDRA WORSHIP CENTER INC	5527 RIVERFRONT RD STE B
JOURNEY FELLOWSHIP	5415 HIGHWAY 557
LAKE POINTE FAMILY MINISTRIES OF THE CAROLINAS INC	PO BOX 5428
LAKE WYLIE CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY	5766 CHARLOTTE HWY
NEW BIRTH CHRISTIAN CENTER	5921 OAKRIDGE RD
NEW RIVER COMMUNITY CHURCH	168 HIGHWAY 274 BOX 125
PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH	5415 HIGHWAY 557
RELEVANT CHURCH INC	3020 KINGSBURRY RD
RESEVEN WOMENS MINISTRIES INC	6385 CROSSWINDS DR
RESONATE CHURCH INC	31 GREENWICH BLVD APT 31

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Wylie

What is the population of Lake Wylie?

Lake Wylie has a population of 15,177 residents and is located in South Carolina. The population density is 1,926 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.7 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Lake Wylie expensive to live in?

Lake Wylie is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $112,113, 49% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $464,200 (65% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,517 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Wylie safe?

Lake Wylie is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,357 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lake Wylie receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Wylie?

Lake Wylie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Lake Wylie?

Lake Wylie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,043. There are 5,635 business establishments in the area, including 410 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 19.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Wylie?

The median home value in Lake Wylie is $464,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $599,590. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,517. Fair market rent is $982 for a 1-bedroom and $1,155 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 77.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,212.

How are the schools in Lake Wylie?

Schools in Lake Wylie have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 46.4% of adults in Lake Wylie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Wylie?

The obesity rate in Lake Wylie is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 9.7% of adults are smokers. 19.5% are physically inactive. 23.0% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance. 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,908.

What is transportation like in Lake Wylie?

The average commute in Lake Wylie is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Wylie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Wylie is 79.7% White, 10.2% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 6.3% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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