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Mooresboro, NC

North Carolina · Cleveland County

Mooresboro is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 168. Residents earn $39,167 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 95/sq mi density
$39,167 Median Income $30,727 per capita
$120,000 Home Value $155,154 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
718 Violent Crime/100K 3,522 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $792/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
718 violent crimes/100K (89% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $39,167
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 718/100K
89% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,167
Per Capita$30,727
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$6,025M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$792
Ownership73.2%
Zillow$155,154
Housing Units144
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent718/100K
Property3,522/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation887 ft (270 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.0%
EV Stations7
Libraries3

Is Mooresboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooresboro receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Mooresboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooresboro is $39,167, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooresboro is $120,000, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 718 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,522 per 100,000, 80% above the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooresboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Mooresboro has a population of 168 with a density of 95 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.3% female and 57.7% male. The city is predominantly White (79.8%), with 17.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 12.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 86.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

168
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooresboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mooresboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooresboro is $39,167, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,727 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,034, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,287 business establishments, including 181 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mooresboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,167
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,727
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$58,314
Gini Index0.464 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,287
County GDP$6,025M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare226
Retail388
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooresboro is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,154, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 144 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,265. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,154

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.2%
Owner-Occupied73.2%
Renter-Occupied26.8%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,265
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Mooresboro, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 35.1% have high blood pressure. 16.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.4% report binge drinking. 24.9% are physically inactive. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,281. The dentist ratio is 1:2,397. 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,281
Dentists1:2,397
Mental Health1:611
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities226
Mooresboro has a violent crime rate of 718 per 100,000 residents, 89% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,522 per 100,000, 80% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mooresboro receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent718.2/100K
89% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,521.9/100K
80% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents36
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mooresboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 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 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 887 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates35.2992°N, 81.6986°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCleveland County County
Nearest AirportHickory Regional (HKY)
35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score70.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability44.1 / 100
Community Resilience33.3 / 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 High
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

37 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 M3.9 136 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 138 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 111 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 88 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina M3.0 118 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 133 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 41 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 73 km
Feb 18, 2005 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina M2.9 142 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 96 km
Aug 23, 2025 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina M2.9 118 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 89 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 111 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 110 km
Aug 14, 2025 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina M2.7 46 km
Aug 30, 2010 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee M2.7 132 km
Mar 21, 2004 16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M2.7 39 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 120 km
Mar 14, 2015 3 km SE of Cherokee, North Carolina M2.7 145 km
Aug 17, 2021 6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina M2.7 56 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 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 1 273 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 86 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

355 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 17 fatalities, 388 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 70 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 22 km 4
May 5, 1989 EF4 32 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF4 95 km 1
Aug 16, 1994 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 60 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 99 km 0
May 27, 1973 EF3 89 km 0
May 10, 1952 EF3 75 km 2
May 26, 2022 EF2 99 km 0
May 5, 2020 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 78 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 96 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 29 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 21 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 57 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 45 km 0
Oct 8, 2017 EF2 91 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 100 km 0
Mar 3, 2012 EF2 92 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 65 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 53 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 97 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 62 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 36 km
2010 BURNING UNIT 5,567 72 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 46 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 65 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 62 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 60 km
2010 C-94-95 133 RX 3,192 92 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 67 km
2010 UNNAMED 2,909 95 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,690 88 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 100 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,514 83 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,458 90 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,395 75 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,362 78 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,274 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
March 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in Wettest
April 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 4.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in

Mooresboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and April the driest (3.5").

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Mooresboro is located in Cleveland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 20.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.2% of the vote, a 35-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 226 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents36
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.86
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountyCleveland County County

Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Avg Download Speed168.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities226
Restaurants181
Retail Stores388

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%
Average costs for common services in Mooresboro. 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)
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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)
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)
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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$687
Toddler$589
Preschool$566
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$556
Toddler$592
Preschool$474
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cleveland County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 7,075 128 $68,441 2.35
Retail Trade 4,208 376 $35,806 1.15
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,317 238 $45,149 0.63
Accommodation & Food Services 2,863 190 $19,894 0.86
Construction 2,388 235 $68,515 1.24
Transportation & Warehousing 2,180 74 $49,479 1.40
Administrative & Waste Services 1,810 155 $40,557 0.84
Educational Services 1,021 20 $38,264 1.35
Professional & Technical Services 727 179 $75,619 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 688 22 $37,384 1.12
Other Services 619 182 $39,944 0.56
Information & Technology 429 25 $100,694 0.62
Finance & Insurance 414 100 $68,678 0.28
Real Estate 318 90 $54,717 0.56
Management of Companies 64 7 $124,395 0.10
Unclassified 2 7 $85,634 0.04

Schools in Mooresboro

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Thomas Jefferson Class Academy (Charter) Other 1,360 79 17.2:1
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Radio Stations near Mooresboro

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBN English AAC 64 kbps
WNCW AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Mooresboro

34 national parks and monuments found near Mooresboro.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Jackson State Park State Park Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chester State Park State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Jones Gap 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
Lake Wateree State Park State Park Free
Landsford Canal State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Mooresboro

20 trails found near Mooresboro.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WOODS MOUNTAIN 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HARRIS CREEK HORSE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MACKEY MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODS MOUNTAIN 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUGAR COVE 2.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
LEAD MINE GAP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY BRANCH 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GATEWAY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WOODLAWN FITNESS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MEADOWS LOOP 0.9 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
FOUNDATION 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OAK HOLLOW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JARRETT'S RUN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BAD FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FORAGER 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TOMS CREEK FALLS 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
SALT GAP CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MEADOWS LOOP 0.3 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes Yes
BETTY'S RUN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROARING FORK FALLS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Mooresboro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILLIAMS OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7044064000$83,551,697
WINNIE DAVIS MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM8644897151$50,308,456
BROAD RIVER ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,706
BENNETT CLASSICS ANTIQUE AUTO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM241 VANCE ST8282471767
BOSTIC LINCOLN CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM112 DEPOT STREET8282459800
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY AND ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM301 S JOHNSON STREET8644893988
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM301 COLLEGE DRIVE8644893988
CLEVELAND COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 13357044828186
COWPENS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION8644612828
INTERNATIONAL LINEMANS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 4817044827638
LATTIMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAWNDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 PIEDMONT DRIVE7045387212
LITTLE DETROIT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM241 VANCE ST
RUTHERFORD COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8282481248

Libraries in Mooresboro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHEROKEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY300 E. RUTLEDGE AVENUE0.0165,120
CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY104 HOWIE DR0.0144,163
RUTHERFORD COUNTY LIBRARY255 CALLAHAN KOON RD0.099,772

Farmers Markets in Mooresboro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Foothills Farmers' Market, Inc.126 W. Marion StreetWed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gaffney Station Farmers Market Gaffney Station Farmers MarketCorner of Frederick St. and Granard St.
Rutherford County Farmers Market172 Depot Street04/26/2014 to 10/28/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Tri-City Tailgate Farmers' Market Tri-City Mall, beside Retro Cinema

Pharmacies in Mooresboro

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RUTHERFORD EAST PHARMACY 607 NC HIGHWAY 120 828-453-7455

Cell Towers in Mooresboro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
178 THICKETTY MTN TRAIL (66033)GTOWER98
138 WEST LEE STREET (Lattimore - NC RSA 4B3)TOWER98
1316 WEST STAGE COACH TRAIL (ADJACENT)TOWER97
1775 E DIXON BLVDTOWER95
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
370 PARKER ROAD (65912)GTOWER87
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)LTOWER81
311 WHITAKER MOUNTAIN ROAD (66092)LTOWER81
FOREST CITY CELL SITE: UPON CHERRY MOUNTAIN, 1.1 MILE N OF SR-1769 7 MILES N OTOWER81

Fire Stations in Mooresboro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cliffside Area Fire Department4600 HWY 221AVolunteer828-657-5671

Power Plants Near Mooresboro

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
SOPHIE SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.7OP
INNOVATIVE SOLAR 33SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICNOT AVAILABLE-81.7NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Mooresboro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196819810,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196521010,000P
Tee BeamConcrete192520910,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19681989,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19682322,900P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19501132,600P
SlabPrestressed concrete19822082,400G
SlabPrestressed concrete19971411,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19682841,000F
Tee BeamConcrete1925771,000P
Tee BeamConcrete1957190900F
SlabPrestressed concrete2010145580G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196880550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195341430F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195331420F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198172410G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2021133200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197351100G

Superfund Sites Near Mooresboro

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALCOA HOME EXTERIORS INC100 CELLWOOD PLACECHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY CENTER1124 VICTORY TRAIL ROADCHEROKEE
BROAD RIVER ENERGY CENTER1124 VICTORY TRAIL ROADCHEROKEE
ELECTRIC GLASS FIBER AMERICA LLC940 WASHBURN SWITCH RDCLEVELAND

Airports Near Mooresboro

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greenville Downtown AirportGMUMedium Airport
Greenville-Spartanburg International AirportGSPMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Alexander County AirportSmall Airport
Avery County Morrison FieldSmall Airport
Bell Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Boomerang AirportSmall Airport
Brown AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester Catawba Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cleveland AirportSmall Airport
Clute's Hilltop AirportSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crooked Fence Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dirt Dobber's Grass StripSmall Airport
Donaldson Field AirportGDCSmall Airport
Dry Pond AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Falls LandingSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Fulton FieldSmall Airport
Gastonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Green Pond AirportSmall Airport
Gryder-Teague AirportSmall Airport
Hendersonville AirportSmall Airport
Horseshoe Landing AirportSmall Airport
Indian Creek AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
La Dolce Terra AirportSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Laughing Crow AirparkSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Long Island AirparkSmall Airport
Lower Creek AirportSmall Airport
Moores FieldSmall Airport
Mountain Air AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Northbrook International Ultraport UltralightportSmall Airport
Oakhill AirparkSmall Airport
Paradise LandingSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport
Pearson's Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mooresboro

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Chesnee PD
Forest City Police Department
Shelby Police311 South Lafayette Street
Shelby Police Department311 South Lafayette Street
Spindale Police Department125 Reveley Street

Grocery Stores in Mooresboro

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Debs Mini Mart 7Convenience Store4726 Ellenboro Rd
Dollar General 13852Other4624 Ellenboro Rd

Treatment Centers in Mooresboro

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cherokee County Commission on - Alcohol and Drug AbuseSubstance Abuse864-487-2721
Clear Skye Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-792-9030
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH ShelbyBoth828-322-5915
Phoenix Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse704-396-6747
Preferred Choice HealthcareSubstance Abuse704-487-4000
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center - Cherokee Mental Health ClinicMental Health864-487-2710

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mooresboro

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF THE EXCEPTIONL2843 US HIGHWAY 221-A SOUTH
LAVONIA BAPTIST CHURCH2841 CAMP CREEK CH RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mooresboro

What is the population of Mooresboro?

Mooresboro has a population of 168 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.3% female and 57.7% male.

Is Mooresboro expensive to live in?

Mooresboro 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 $39,167, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mooresboro safe?

Public safety is a concern in Mooresboro, with a violent crime rate of 718 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,522 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mooresboro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mooresboro?

Mooresboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Mooresboro?

The job market in Mooresboro is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,034. There are 2,287 business establishments in the area, including 181 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mooresboro?

The median home value in Mooresboro is $120,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,154. For renters, the median monthly rent is $792. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,265.

How are the schools in Mooresboro?

Schools in Mooresboro score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.2% of adults in Mooresboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mooresboro?

The obesity rate in Mooresboro is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.9% of adults are smokers. 24.9% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,281.

What is transportation like in Mooresboro?

The average commute in Mooresboro is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mooresboro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mooresboro is 79.8% White, 17.9% Black or African American. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 12.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 86.3% have health insurance coverage.

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