Salisbury, NC

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

Salisbury is a mid-size city in North Carolina with a population of 35,730. Residents earn $51,058 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

35,730 Population 1,547/sq mi density

$51,058 Median Income $30,932 per capita

$215,200 Home Value $277,739 Zillow

$1,030 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

735 Violent Crime/100K 4,171 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$51,058 median income, 4.2% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$215,200 home value, $1,030/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

735 violent crimes/100K (93% above avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

26.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $51,058

32% lower than US avg

Home Value $215,200

24% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 735/100K

93% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.9%

20% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,030

11% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.9%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.1%

54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population35,730

Median Age36.5 yrs

Density1,547/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 52%

Veterans7.6%

Economy

Median Income$51,058

Per Capita$30,932

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty19.1%

County GDP$7,886M

Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$215,200

Rent$1,030

Ownership49.7%

Zillow$277,739

Housing Units15,101

Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

Violent735/100K

Property4,171/100K

Murder5.9/100K

Assault481/100K

Burglary649/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%

Uninsured14.0%

Smoking17.2%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain43.7 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.9%

High School+86.6%

Graduate+9.3%

School Score4.71

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%

Commute21 min

Broadband85.6%

EV Stations13

Libraries5

Is Salisbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salisbury receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Salisbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salisbury is $51,058, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.1% 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 Salisbury is $215,200, 24% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 735 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 4,171 per 100,000, 113% above the national average.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Salisbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Salisbury has a population of 35,730 with a density of 1,547 people per square mile, spread across 23.1 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (51.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 35.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.7% of residents, while 10.3% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

35,730

Total Population

1,547

People / sq mi

36.5yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

23.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Salisbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.7%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.3%

23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salisbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salisbury is $51,058, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,932 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,106, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salisbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,058
	32% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,932
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,106
IRS Avg AGI	$62,150
Gini Index	0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	19.1%
	54% above US avg
Establishments (County)	3,334
County GDP	$7,886M

Business (County)

Restaurants	235
Healthcare	273
Retail	429
Manufacturing	181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.8 min
Drive Alone	74.0%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Salisbury is $215,200, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,739, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,030 (11% 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. 49.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 15,101 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,570. 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$215,200
	24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$277,739
Median List Price	$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$299,900
$/Sq Ft	$179
Homes Sold	41
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	34.1%
Inventory	226

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,030
	11% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,268
Rent Burden	33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	49.7%
Owner-Occupied	49.7%
Renter-Occupied	50.3%
Housing Units	15,101
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.66%

In Salisbury, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 37.5% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 14.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,050. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.9%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	37.5%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.2%
	23% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.6%
Uninsured	14.0%
	63% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,905
Dentists	1:2,050
Mental Health	1:384
Checkup Rate	79.2%
Dental Visits	56.3%
Premature Death	12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Salisbury has a violent crime rate of 735 per 100,000 residents, 93% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 481.2 per 100,000, robbery at 203.7, rape at 44.3. The murder rate is 5.9 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,171 per 100,000, 113% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,229, burglary at 649, vehicle theft at 292 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Salisbury receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	735.0/100K
	93% above US avg
Murder	5.9/100K
	6% below US avg
Rape	44.3/100K
Robbery	203.7/100K
Assault	481.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,171.0/100K
	113% above US avg
Burglary	649.4/100K
Theft	3,229.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	292.2/100K
Arson	26.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	752
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Salisbury enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

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

Geography

Elevation	719 ft (219 m)
Area	23.1 sq mi (59.8 km²)
Population Density	1,547/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6655°N, 80.4889°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Rowan County County
Nearest Airport	Mid-Carolina Regional (SRW) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"

15% above US avg

Snowfall 2.4"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.33"

Driest Month (Nov) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

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

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	82.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.9 / 100
Community Resilience	48.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

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

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	133 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	30 km
Jan 1, 1993	4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina	M3.0	146 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	146 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	111 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	119 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	119 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	73 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	144 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	143 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	87 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	109 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	121 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	109 km
Jun 12, 2014	4 km NE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.5	118 km
Mar 26, 2019	8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina	M2.5	63 km
Jul 29, 2012	7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina	M2.5	113 km
Oct 29, 2012	5 km SSE of West Marion, North Carolina	M2.5	137 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	288 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	267 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	266 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	277 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	264 km
2003	Isabel	Category 1	276 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	293 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	290 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	170 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	272 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	121 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	272 km

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

Tornado History

332 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 268 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	84 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	79 km	1
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	50 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	36 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	41 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	94 km	2
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	78 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	78 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	53 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	52 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	60 km	1
May 26, 2022	EF2	52 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	67 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	99 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	20 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	100 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF2	78 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	82 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	41 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	30 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

16 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,610 ac, 1985).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1985	UNNAMED	4,610	99 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	75 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	47 km
2021	GRINDSTONE	1,106	75 km
1985	UNNAMED	1,064	96 km
2002	UNNAMED	889	78 km
1992	COMP 6 B	737	76 km
2019	ROBEDO SOUTH RX	727	61 km
2018	UNNAMED	665	51 km
2024	COYOTE	663	90 km
2022	PINE ROAD	582	46 km
2022	UNNAMED	579	64 km
2020	UNNAMED	565	64 km
2004	PARTNER	544	99 km
2009	UNNAMED	536	75 km
2024	0101/02_0202 PER RX	511	75 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

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

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

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Salisbury is located in Rowan County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 26.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.5% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 273 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%

D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	752
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.9%
	20% below US avg
High School+	86.6%
Graduate Degree+	9.3%
School Test Score	4.71

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,547/sq mi
Total Area	23.1 sq mi
County	Rowan County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.6%
Avg Download Speed	195.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	44.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	16
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	273
Restaurants	235
Retail Stores	429

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.8 min
Drive Alone	74.0%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	7.8%

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

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$862
Toddler	$601
Preschool	$515
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$598
Preschool	$565

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rowan County

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

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

Colleges & Universities in Salisbury

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College	Public · Associate	8,708	—	$2,064	$6,672
Catawba College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,338	77.7%	$33,400	$33,400
Livingstone College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	930	74.1%	$18,296	$18,296
Hood Theological Seminary	Private Non-Profit · Graduate	168	—	—	—

Hospitals in Salisbury

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
W.G. (BILL) HEFNER SALISBURY VA MEDICAL CENTER (SALSBURY)	Acute Care - Veterans Administration	4/5	Yes	(704) 638-9000
NOVANT HEALTH ROWAN MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(704) 210-5000

Schools in Salisbury

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
East Rowan High	High	1,032	58	17.8:1
Salisbury High	High	959	53	18.1:1
Erwin Middle	Middle	759	48	15.8:1
West Rowan Middle	Middle	648	37	17.5:1
Knollwood Elementary	Elementary	565	30	18.8:1
Granite Quarry Elementary	Elementary	560	32	17.5:1
Southeast Middle	Middle	559	29	19.3:1
Hurley Elementary	Elementary	518	37	14.0:1
Koontz Elementary	Elementary	515	37	13.9:1
Knox Middle	Middle	514	33	15.6:1
Isenberg Elementary	Elementary	464	33	14.1:1
Dole Elementary	Elementary	414	29	14.3:1
Overton Elementary	Elementary	311	20	15.6:1
Rowan Co Early College	High	236	9	26.2:1
Summit Virtual Academy	Elementary	227	14	16.2:1

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Radio Stations near Salisbury

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN	christian-gospel	AAC 56 kbps
BBN German	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
WBFJ 89.3 Your Family Statio	adult contemporary, christian	AAC+ 32 kbps
UP! 98.7	christian contemporary	AAC
89.9 WDAV	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX	classic rock	AAC 24 kbps
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio	charlotte, classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC
WTOB 980 AM	classic hits	AAC+ 32 kbps
WTOB	at 40, classic hits	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Salisbury

5 campgrounds found near Salisbury.

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

National Parks Near Salisbury

21 national parks and monuments found near Salisbury.

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

Trails Near Salisbury

53 trails found near Salisbury.

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

Museums in Salisbury

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

Libraries in Salisbury

Name	Address	Annual Visits
DAVIDSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	602 S MAIN ST	563,651
ROWAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 W FISHER ST	341,569
DAVIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	371 N MAIN ST	59,745

Farmers Markets in Salisbury

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Salisbury	1560 Julian Road	06/11/2014 to 10/29/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Spencer	400 Block South Salisbury Avenue	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
China Grove Farmers Market	308 North Main Street	05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Farmers Cooperative Livestock & Flea Market	Old Hwy 64 exit out of Lexington
Lexington Farmers Market	Railroad Street				Visit
Mocksville Farmers Market	171 Clement Street	04/20/2016 to 11/16/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes
Piedmont Farmers Market	518 Winecoff School Rd.		Tue: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Salisbury-Rowan County Farmers Market	South Jackson St and West Fisher St	04/25/2015 to	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Salisbury

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cabarrus Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	329 Mcgill Ave	7044904487

Nursing Homes in Salisbury

8 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NORTH CAROLINA STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME SALISBU 1601 BRENNER AVE, BUILDNG #10	Government - State	99	97	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	7046384200
THE LAURELS OF SALISBURY 215 LASH DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	60	56	5/5	—	3/5	2/5	7046371182
AUTUMN CARE OF SALISBURY 1505 BRINGLE FERRY ROAD	For profit - Corporation	100	93	3/5	—	3/5	1/5	7046375885
LIBERTY COMMONS NSG & REH ROWA 4412 SOUTH MAIN STREET	For profit - Corporation	90	86	3/5	—	1/5	5/5	7046373040
TRINITY OAKS 820 KLUMAC ROAD	Non profit - Church related	115	102	3/5	—	5/5	2/5	7046373784
BRIAN CTR HEALTH & REHAB/SALISBURY 635 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	For profit - Corporation	185	118	1/5	—	2/5	2/5	7046337390
BRIGHTMOOR NURSING CENTER 610 WEST FISHER STREET	For profit - Corporation	40	40	1/5	—	2/5	1/5	7046332781
SALISBURY CENTER 710 JULIAN ROAD	For profit - Corporation	160	129	1/5	—	1/5	2/5	7046365812

Pharmacies in Salisbury

17 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 3592	1702 EAST INNES STREET	704-633-7135
CVS - 7539	1924 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	704-636-1616
FOOD LION - 10	525 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD WEST	704-216-2070
INNES STREET DRUG COMPANY	112 SOUTH MAIN STREET	704-633-4521
INNES STREET DRUG COMPANY 3	1706 WEST INNES STREET	704-636-1712
KMART	815 EAST INNES STREET	704-638-0764
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING	1416 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR AVENUE	704-642-0952
MOOSE SALISBURY PHARMACY	1408 WEST INNES STREET	704-636-6340
RITE AID - 11462	1605 EAST INNES STREET	704-630-9866
RITE AID - 11463	640 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD WEST	704-636-8852
SALISBURY PHARMACY / MEDEXPRESS PHARMACY	1431 WEST INNES STREET	704-633-3113
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	1357 WEST INNES STREET	704-637-6120
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1552	323 SOUTH ARLINGTON STREET	704-639-9804
WALGREENS - 10133	1505 EAST INNES STREET	704-637-6864
WALGREENS - 7278	1906 WEST INNES STREET	704-636-7479
WALGREENS - 9661	705 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD WEST	704-630-0738
WG BILL HEFNER VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER	1601 BRENNER AVENUE	704-638-9000

EV Charging Stations in Salisbury

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Culver's - Tesla Supercharger	730 Jake Alexander Blvd S	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Ben Mynatt Nissan	629 Jake Alexander Blvd S	Non-Networked	1	1	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
2300 W Innes St	2300 W Innes St	EV Connect	2		J1772	public
ALDI 1	1985 Old Union Church Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
ALDI 4	1985 Old Union Church Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
ALDI 5	1985 Old Union Church Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
ALDI 7	1985 Old Union Church Rd	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
Ben Mynatt Nissan	629 Jake Alexander Blvd S	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Cloninger Automotive Bodyshop - 645A Julian Rd	645 Julian Rd	EV Connect	4		J1772	public
Duke Energy	700 E Ritchie Rd	Non-Networked	6		J1772	private
GATEWAY PARK MINT PARK	115 Depot St Historical Mint Park	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Hampton Inn Salisbury - Tesla Destination	1001 Klumac Rd	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public
RCC COLLEGE NORTH 600 LOT	1333 Jake Alexander Blvd. S	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Salisbury	700 East Ritchie Road	CHARGEUP	6		J1772	public
Sleep Inn - Salisbury	321 Bendix Dr	UNIVERSAL	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Salisbury

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
695 YOUNG MOUNTAIN ROAD	TOWER	205
MOCKSVILLE CELL SITE- 1009 SALSBURY	TOWER	127
49221 Reeves Island Drive	TOWER	101
Fork Church Cell Site I/SOF GRACE LANE & US HWY 64	TOWER	91
2735 ODELL SCHOOL ROAD	TOWER	90
1628 STOKES FERRY ROAD	TOWER	86
Linwood Cell Site - 153 Sigmon Road	TOWER	57
(Salisbury) ADJ TO 729 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD SOUTH	GTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Salisbury

Name	Address	Type	Phone
AASF#2 North Carolina Army National Guard Fire Department	1235 National Guard RD	Mostly volunteer	704-359-5823
Bostian Heights Fire Department	8211 Old Concord RD	Mostly volunteer	704-857-0208
Ellis Cross Country Fire Department	3420 Old Mocksville RD	Volunteer	704-638-0866
Locke Township Fire Department	5405 Mooresville RD	Mostly volunteer	704-633-7285
Miller's Ferry Volunteer Fire Department Station 64	2650 Longs Ferry RD	Volunteer	704-637-1286
Salisbury Fire Department	514 E Innes ST	Career	704-638-5351
South Salisbury Fire Department	3207 Old Concord RD	Volunteer	704-637-3873
Union Volunteer Fire Department	1470 Union Church RD	Volunteer	704-633-5876

Power Plants Near Salisbury

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BUCK	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINE	221112	-80.4	OP
SPENCER FARM, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.4	OP
SALISBURY SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.4	OP
WEST SALISBURY FARM LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.5	OP
ROWAN SOLAR NC LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.5	CN
CATAWBA SOLAR LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.5	OP
ROWAN	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATURAL GAS FIRE	221112	-80.6	OP
WOODLEAF SOLAR FACILITY	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.6	OP

Bridges in Salisbury

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	279	88,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2005	152	88,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	385	88,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1980	58	42,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1929	51	33,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	162	30,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	234	29,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1980	21	23,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	98	20,000	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1982	92	17,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	200	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	201	15,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2000	260	14,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	75	8,900	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1955	25	8,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	165	7,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2015	155	7,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1963	21	7,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1950	91	7,000	F
Culvert	Steel	1988	39	5,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2002	300	5,100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1986	112	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	51	4,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	102	3,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2000	248	3,500	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	82	3,500	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1998	115	3,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	411	3,300	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2016	45	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	125	3,000	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2016	92	2,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2000	252	2,800	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	72	2,000	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1985	120	1,100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1989	76	1,000	F

Correctional Facilities in Salisbury

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
PIEDMONT CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION	1245 CAMP RD	STATE	961	952	OPEN
PIEDMONT CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - MINIMUM SECURITY UNIT	4750 S MAIN ST	STATE	-999	276	OPEN
ROWAN COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	115 W LIBERTY ST	COUNTY	-999	210	OPEN
ROWAN COUNTY DETENTION ANNEX	400 GRACE CHURCH ROAD	COUNTY	-999	160	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Salisbury

3 Amtrak stations.

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

Superfund Sites Near Salisbury

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC	11550 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	ROWAN
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA LLC	11550 STATESVILLE BOULEVARD	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN
THOMSON CROWN WOOD PRODUCTS	390 BETHEL CHURCH ROAD	DAVIE

Airports Near Salisbury

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Piedmont Triad International Airport	GSO	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Harbor Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud Field	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Asheboro Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Bethany Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Boonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Darr Field	—	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Delk's Airport	—	Small Airport
DS Butler Farm and Airfield	—	Small Airport
Dusenbury Field	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Elkin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	—	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamptonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiatt Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Salisbury

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
China Grove Police Department	205 Swink Street
Cooleemee Police Department
Landis Police Department	136 North Central Avenue
Lexington Police Department
Mocksville Police Department	278 North Main Street
Rowan County Sheriff's Office	232 North Main Street
Salisbury Police Department	130 East Liberty Street
Village of Misenheimer Municipal Building	49137 Ward Drive

Grocery Stores in Salisbury

56 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven #41129J 41129H	Convenience Store	1605 E Innes St
ALDI 66089	Supermarket	115 Avalon Dr
ALDI 66117	Supermarket	920 Jake Alexander Blvd W
Carniceria La Raza	Grocery Store	2141 Statesville Blvd
Circle K 2723189	Convenience Store	2270 Statesville Blvd
Circle K 5115	Convenience Store	1015 E Innes St
CIRCLE K STORES INC. 2707292	Convenience Store	115 Rowan Summit Dr
CVS PHARMACY 3592	Other	1702 E Innes St
CVS PHARMACY 7539	Other	1924 Statesville Blvd
D Mart #3	Convenience Store	1600 S Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 10367	Other	2112 Mooresville Rd
Dollar General 16429	Other	5150 US Highway 601
DOLLAR GENERAL 2568	Other	2265 Statesville Blvd
Dollar Tree 5151	Other	1349 Klumac Rd
Dollar Tree 943	Other	395 Faith Rd
Family Dollar 232	Other	410 E Innes St
Family Dollar 354	Other	455 Jake Alexander Blvd W
Family Dollar 7928	Other	2102 Statesville Blvd
Father & Son Produce Market Llc	Grocery Store	1774 Sherrills Ford Rd
FOOD LION 1	Supermarket	123 Mahaley Ave
FOOD LION 10	Supermarket	525 Jake Alexander Blvd W
FOOD LION 1417	Supermarket	251 Faith Rd
FOOD LION 435	Supermarket	2104 Statesville Blvd
Gammie's Corner Store	Convenience Store	702 W Horah St
Grocery Tobacco Outlet	Convenience Store	4450 US Highway 601
Han-Dee Hugo's 222	Convenience Store	1518 E Innes St
Han-Dee Hugo's 223	Convenience Store	929 Jake Alexander Blvd S
Han-Dee Hugo's 224	Convenience Store	601 Jake Alexander Blvd W
Han-Dee Hugo's 225	Convenience Store	1901 W Innes St
Han-Dee Hugo's 226	Convenience Store	2004 Statesville Blvd
Han-Dee Hugo's 227	Convenience Store	2480 Statesville Blvd
HARRIS TEETER 178	Super Store	850 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD W
Inland Point Fresh Seafood no	Specialty Store	940 W Innes St
La Alcancia	Supermarket	3023 S Main St
Latin Mix	Convenience Store	931 S Fulton St
Mclaughlin's Grocery 1	Grocery Store	1210 W Monroe St
Murphy Express 8520	Convenience Store	1010 Freeland Dr
Pilot Travel Center 7983	Convenience Store	985 Peeler Rd
Quick Stop	Convenience Store	402 Park Ave
Reds Mart	Convenience Store	1014 W Innes St
Reyes Xpress	Grocery Store	793 Airport Rd
Salisbury Rowan Farmer's Market	Farmers and Markets	228 E Kerr St
Sheetz 470	Convenience Store	1520 Jake Alexander Boulevard South
Speedway 7973	Convenience Store	3410 S Main St
Speedway 7982	Convenience Store	827 W Jake Alexander Blvd
Speedway 7986	Convenience Store	500 E Innes St
The Drive Thru Store #1 1	Convenience Store	1621 Stokes Ferry Rd
The Pop Shoppe #148	Convenience Store	1831 W Innes St
Three Star Mini Mart 2 LLC	Convenience Store	530 W Cemetary St
Three Stars Mini Mart Inc	Convenience Store	1130 N Main St
Tobacco House 3	Convenience Store	2580 Airport Rd
WALGREEN 9661	Other	705 Jake Alexander Blvd W
Walgreens 07278	Other	1906 W Innes St
Walgreens 10133	Other	1505 E Innes St
Walmart S/C 1552	Super Store	323 S Arlington St
Zams Mini Mart	Convenience Store	727 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave

Post Offices in Salisbury

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	605 East Innes Street

Treatment Centers in Salisbury

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carolina Energetics PC	Substance Abuse	704-762-9630
CMC Northeast - Partial Hospitalization Program	Mental Health	704-403-1831
Daymark Recovery Services - Davidson Center	Both	336-242-2450
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis	Both	336-300-8826
Daymark Recovery Services - Rowan Center	Both	704-633-3616
Four Directions Counseling and - Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	336-224-0863
Lexington Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	336-224-1919
Rowan Regional Medical Center - LifeWorks Behavioral Health Ctr	Both	704-210-5000
Southern Family Medicine	Substance Abuse	336-753-1230
Treatment Centers LLC - Rowan Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	704-645-8539

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salisbury

111 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALPHA AND OMEGA MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 5031
AMBASSADOR CHRISTIAN CHURCH	726 LINCOLNTON RD
ANOTHER CHANCE MINISTRY SALISBURY	701B E LAFAYETTE ST
ARBOR CHURCH	5545 WOODLEAF RD
BETHEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	355 E RIDGE RD
BETHEL POWER OF FAITH	2608 STOKES FERRY RD
BIG MAMAS COMMUNITY OUTREACH INC	1413 WALKER ST
BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH OF GOD	5370 STOKES FERRY RD
CAROLINA FAMILY CHURCH	1925 S MAIN ST
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH	1988 LUTHERAN SYNOD DR
CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF SALISBURY INC	315 WEBB RD
DOMINION COUNSEL INC	230 PARTRIDGE RUN
ECCLESIA CHURCH INC	1360 LEONARD RD
ECCLESIA WORSHIP CENTER	130B PIPER LN
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NORTH CAROLINA ST LUKES EPISCOPAL CHURCH	211 N CHURCH ST
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NORTH CAROLINA ST MATTHEWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	RT 6
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NORTH CAROLINA ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	930 S CHURCH ST
ETERNITY CHURCH	166 PROCTOR DR
FAITH 2 FITNESS MINISTRY INC	234 WINSTON LN
FAITH ASSEMBLY INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY	1939 ROSEMONT ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SALISBURY NORTH CAROLINA	613 STATESVILLE BLVD
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH	100 PORTER RD
FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF GOD INC	RT 10 BOX 889
GASTON AREA LUTHERAN FOUNDATION INC	225 OAK DR
GOSPEL LIGHT GLM INTERNATIONAL INC	123 CHERRY TREE LN
GRACE DELIVERANCE TABERNACLE	500 PARK AVE
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	3020 GRACE CHURCH RD
HIGHER GROUNDS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES	910 S FULTON ST
HIGHER GROUNDS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC	PO BOX 2142
HIGHER PRAISE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	612 W INNES ST
HISTORIC ORGAN CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	1515 ORGAN CHURCH RD
IGLESIA DE DIOS EL CAMINANTE ROMANOS 10 15 INC	904 HOLMES ST
IGLESIA DE DIOS PENTECOSTAL GRACIA Y GLORIA EFESIOS 2 8 INC	107 S WALNUT EQ ST
IGLESIA MONTE SINAI	914 S FULTON ST
INTERDENOMINATIONAL MINISTERS FELLOWSHIP OF ROWAN COUNTY INC	PO BOX 1123
INTERNATIONAL SERVANTS ACTING AS CHRIST INC	580 OLD CRESS RD
JABEZ FAMILY OUTREACH INC	PO BOX 111
KIDSABLAZE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	1255 W RIDGE RD
LANDMARK CHURCH	1910 MOORESVILLE RD
LUTHERAN CONGREGATIONS IN MISSION FOR CHRIST	205 SAINT PAUL CHURCH RD
LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICES IN THE CAROLINAS INC	PO BOX 2369
LUTHERAN HOME - FORSYTH COUNTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME - WILMINGTON INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME ALBEMARLE PROPERTY	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME AT TRINITY OAKS INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME AT TRINITY OAKS PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME FORSYTH COUNTY PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME HICKORY PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME HICKORY WEST PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME WILMINGTON PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME WINSTON-SALEM PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME-ALBEMARLE INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME-HICKORY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME-HICKORY WEST INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN HOME-WINSTON-SALEM INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN RETIREMENT CENTER - CLEMMONS INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN RETIREMENT CENTER AT LUTHERIDGE INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN RETIREMENT CENTER SALISBURY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN RETIREMENT CENTER WILMINGTON INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN SERVICES FOR THE AGING INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERAN SERVICES PROPERTY INC	PO BOX 947
LUTHERN CONGREGATION IN MISSION FOR CHRIST	9275 BRINGLE FERRY RD
MAKER AND KIN	3235 OLD UNION CHURCH RD
MARANATHA BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 323
MARANATHA BIBLE CHURCH 2320 STATESVILLE RD	2320 STATESVILLE BLVD
MAUPIN AVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	100 MAUPIN AVE
MAXWELL CHAMBERS TRUST FUND OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ELDERS	308 W FISHER ST
MOUNT ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF SALISBURY INC	PO BOX 2767
MT CALVARY HOLY CHURCH OF SALISBURY INC	PO BOX 1151
MT ZION CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 2655
MUSLIM COMMUNITY OF SALISBURY	425 LINCOLNTON RD
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	6190 US HIGHWAY 52
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	5080 SHERRILLS FORD RD
NORTH AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH	4770 BRINGLE FERRY RD
NORTH HILLS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	2970 W INNES ST
ONE BY ONE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 2244
OPEN DOOR OUTREACH DELIVERANCE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES	125 OWL DR
OPERATION TRANSFORMATION INC	PO BOX 1102
PIEDMONT AREA LUTHERAN MINISTRIES	208 N KAYLA DR
PRAY ECCLESIA	515 MUIRFIELD WAY
PROGRESSIVE OUTREACH MINISTRY	335 SWINK AVE
PROMISE CITY CHURCH	414 OAK BROOK DR
REFUGE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST	PO BOX 3072
REFUGE RIDERS INC	1065 ROCK POND LN
REMNANT IN CHRIST OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER INC	1724 DEWBERRY PL
RENEE MUSIC MINISTRIES INC	267 STAFFORD ESTATES DR
RESTORE HOPE OUTREACH MINISTRY	727 NOTH MAIN
REVIVAL TO NATIONS MINISTRIES	455 ACORN OAKS DR
ROWAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC	2155 BRINGLE FERRY RD
ROWAN INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP	1709 N LEE ST
SALISBURY ADVENTIST SCHOOL	305 RUDOLPH RD
SALISBURY FOURSQUARE CHURCH	2203 MOORESVILLE RD
SALISBURY HISPANIC FOURSQUARE CHURCH	2127 STATESVILLE BLVD
SOAR IN LIFE INC	1049 FRALEY ST
SOLID ROCK CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 2012
SONCHURCH MINISTRIES	619 MAUPIN AVE
ST JOHNS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	200 W INNES ST
ST LUKE EPISCOPAL CHURCH	131 W COUNCIL ST
ST LUKE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 2735
ST LUKES EPISCOPAL CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	131 W COUNCIL ST
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH	2570 SAINT PETERS CHURCH RD
THE FATHERS HOUSE OF GLORY INC	1319 STANDISH ST
THE POTTERS HOUSE OUTREACH MINISTRIES	119 A AND B CLANCY ST
TOWER OF POWER UNITED HOLY CHURCH OF AMERICA INC	601 E CEMETARY ST
TRINITY CHAPEL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHAPEL	901 N MAIN ST
TRINITY WESLEYAN CHURCH	2200 MOORESVILLE RD
VINEYARD WORSHIP CENTER	1656 AMBERLIGHT CIR
WOMEN WALKING IN FAITH GROWING IN GOD MINISTRY	139 POLO DR
WOMENS FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY	105 SYCAMORE RD
WORLD OUTREACH CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH	5295 S MAIN ST
YADKIN GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 3393

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salisbury

What is the population of Salisbury?

Salisbury has a population of 35,730 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,547 people per square mile, spread across 23.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Salisbury expensive to live in?

Salisbury 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 $51,058, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $215,200 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salisbury safe?

Public safety is a concern in Salisbury, with a violent crime rate of 735 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 4,171 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Salisbury receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Salisbury?

Salisbury enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Salisbury?

Salisbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,106. There are 3,334 business establishments in the area, including 235 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salisbury?

The median home value in Salisbury is $215,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,739. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,030. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,570.

How are the schools in Salisbury?

Schools in Salisbury have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 26.9% of adults in Salisbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Salisbury?

The obesity rate in Salisbury is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 14.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Salisbury?

The average commute in Salisbury is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salisbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salisbury is 51.8% White, 35.9% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 89.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.3% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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