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Stony Point, NC

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

Stony Point is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,301. Residents earn $70,846 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,301 Population 437/sq mi density
$70,846 Median Income $32,750 per capita
$169,200 Home Value $267,818 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
146 Violent Crime/100K 6,317 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,846 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,200 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
146 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,846
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,200
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 146/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,301
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density437/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,846
Per Capita$32,750
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,196M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,200
Ownership95.1%
Zillow$267,818
Housing Units750
Rent Burden22.8%

Crime

F
Violent146/100K
Property6,317/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking16.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation963 ft (294 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations13
Libraries3

Is Stony Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stony Point receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Stony Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stony Point is $70,846, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stony Point is $169,200, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

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

Stony Point has a population of 1,301 with a density of 437 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.7% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 5.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.5% of residents, while 18.5% speak Spanish. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,301
Total Population
437
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stony Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.5%
4% above US avg
Spanish 18.5%
38% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stony Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stony Point is $70,846, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,750 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $888, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 699 business establishments, including 45 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 3.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stony Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,846
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,750
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$63,181
Gini Index0.433 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)699
County GDP$1,196M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare52
Retail80
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,071
12% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Stony Point is $169,200, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,818, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 95.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 750 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. The average annual property tax is $3,071. 22.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,818
Median List Price$174,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$174,450
$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.1%
Owner-Occupied95.1%
Renter-Occupied4.9%
Housing Units750
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,071
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Stony Point, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,235. The dentist ratio is 1:4,564. 47.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Stony Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,235
Dentists1:4,564
Mental Health1:1,105
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death10,847/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

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

Property Crime

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

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Stony Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 963 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation963 ft (294 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density437/sq mi
Coordinates35.8678°N, 81.0441°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAlexander County County
Nearest AirportStatesville Regional (SVH)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0455 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

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

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

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

Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 106 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 134 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 42 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 103 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 99 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 94 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 133 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 65 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 117 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 131 km
Aug 14, 2025 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina M2.7 121 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 99 km
Mar 21, 2004 16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M2.7 100 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 112 km
Aug 30, 2010 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee M2.7 92 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 45 km
Aug 17, 2021 6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina M2.7 58 km
Jul 8, 2023 Virginia-North Carolina border region M2.6 100 km
Feb 4, 2021 1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina M2.6 70 km
Apr 25, 2016 6 km N of Weaverville, North Carolina M2.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Fran (1996, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Fran Category 3 225 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 130 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

316 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 271 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 30 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 66 km 4
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 88 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 61 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 62 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 80 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF3 76 km 0
May 22, 1985 EF3 74 km 0
May 26, 2022 EF2 13 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 60 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 84 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 34 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 25 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 70 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 42 km 0
Mar 3, 2012 EF2 75 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 46 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 89 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 77 km 2
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 21 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 77 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 79 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 62 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 52 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 76 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 98 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 72 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 80 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 85 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 100 km
2016 TOMBSTONE 1,747 71 km
2017 DOBSON KNOB 1,720 86 km
2016 HORTON 1,480 56 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,348 71 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,304 72 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,149 67 km
2021 GRINDSTONE 1,106 73 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,097 61 km
1985 UNNAMED 1,064 47 km
2015 BALD KNOB 918 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

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

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

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Stony Point is located in Alexander County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.5% of the vote, a 59.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 52 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Safety & Disasters

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

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density437/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyAlexander County County

Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Avg Download Speed132.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations19
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants45
Retail Stores80

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%
Average costs for common services in Stony Point. 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$688
Toddler$569
Preschool$511
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$468
Toddler$421
Preschool$423
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Alexander County

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

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

Schools in Stony Point

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stony Point Elementary Elementary 207 14 14.8:1
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Radio Stations near Stony Point

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Campgrounds Near Stony Point

9 campgrounds found near Stony Point.

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

National Parks Near Stony Point

33 national parks and monuments found near Stony Point.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Cowpens National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Croft State Park State Park Free
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hanging Rock State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park National Military Park Free
Kings Mountain State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
New River Trail State Park State Park Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Pilot Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free

Museums in Stony Point

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

Libraries in Stony Point

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

Farmers Markets in Stony Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alexander County Farmers Market280 NC Hwy 16 South06/14/2014 to 09/13/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Catawba County Public Health Farmers Market3070 11th Ave Dr. SE06/04/2015 to 09/24/2015Thu: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Catawba Farms Farmers' Market1670 Southwest Blvd04/16/2016 to 12/17/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Claremont Tailgate Market 3288 East Main Street 05/03/2013 to 09/27/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Conover Farmers Market109 1st Street East04/27/2013 to 10/26/2013Sun: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Farmers Market at Center United Methodist Church4945 Sherrills Ford Road06/04/2014 to 09/24/2014Wed: 2:00 PM-5:30 PM;
Statesville Market and Exchange, Inc. 646 Baily Farm RoadVisit
Stateville Rotary Farmers MarketEast Sharpe Street
the Evening Farmers MarketPecan Park, Center and Water Streets04/07/2016 to 10/27/2016Thu: 3:30 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
the Evening Farmers Market115 Arp Lane04/03/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 4:00 AM-6:30 PM;Visit
Troutman Depot Farmer's Market 137 South Main StreetVisit

Restaurants in Stony Point

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

J's Pizza

Veterinaries in Stony Point

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stony Point Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Stony Point

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Breweries in Stony Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Amos HowardsAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub, Pub, Brewery2828 Us 70 Hwy8283238753Visit
Lake Norman Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink159 Barley Park Ln7046601182
Star Milling CoWholesale Feed, Agricultural Chemicals, Animal Feed Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries2206 W7048739561

Pharmacies in Stony Point

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MACK'S 1ST RX PHARMACY INCORPORATED 8782 NC HIGHWAY 90 EAST 704-585-2102

Cell Towers in Stony Point

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6467 North NC Highway 16 (66389)LTOWER96
3426 BUNKER HILL SCHOOL RD (66359)GTOWER96
590 MURDOCK RDTOWER94
Willie Mcleod Road (154165)LTOWER92
1215 Eulalia Ln (66382)LTOWER79
200 Old mountain Road (66387)MTOWER64
170 T-BIRD DRIVETOWER59

Fire Stations in Stony Point

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Stony Point Fire Department501 Ruritan Park RDVolunteer704-585-2519

Bridges in Stony Point

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19792116,300F
SlabPrestressed concrete20081051,700G
CulvertConcrete1991341,200F
SlabPrestressed concrete2008931,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196791700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1962105700P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1967211480F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2021273470G
CulvertConcrete continuous201431350F
SlabPrestressed concrete201057310G
CulvertConcrete201621290G
CulvertConcrete continuous199632260G
CulvertConcrete continuous201536220G
CulvertSteel198422210F
CulvertConcrete continuous201521120G
SlabPrestressed concrete202265110G

Superfund Sites Near Stony Point

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

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

Airports Near Stony Point

50 airports within the area.

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

Police Stations in Stony Point

5 police stations.

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

Grocery Stores in Stony Point

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 11025Other2147 Old Mountain Rd
Dollar General 15517Other5159 Taylorsville Hwy
DOLLARTREE 10202Other2173 Old Mountain Rd
FOOD LION 2633Supermarket2187 Old Mountain Rd
Market Basket 16Convenience Store5285 Taylorsville Hwy

Post Offices in Stony Point

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Postal Service4700 Taylorsville Highway
United States Postal Service8814 NC-90

Treatment Centers in Stony Point

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Recovery Medical ServicesSubstance Abuse704-872-0234
Carolina Specialty Care PA - Addiction Medicine ServicesSubstance Abuse704-872-8711
Childrens Hope Alliances Day Trt ProgMental Health704-872-4157
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/IredellBoth704-871-1045
Integrated Care of Greater Hickory - ICGH StatesvilleBoth828-322-5915
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - HickorySubstance Abuse704-332-9001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - StatesvilleSubstance Abuse704-332-9001

DOL Wage Violations in Stony Point

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $519 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$519
Back Wages Owed
2
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Bird Dog Traffic Control 28678 1 $519 $259 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stony Point

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A STORY FOR HIS GLORY MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 124
A2 MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL LTD155 PIER POINT DR
DREAMS & LOVE SAZE MINISTRY INC174 N THOMAS LN
ELK SHOALS ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH592 NEW STERLING RD
KINGDOM PROPHETIC SOCIETY INC1210 SMITH FARM RD
KINGDOM WAY CHURCH IN JESUS NAME INCPO BOX 110
NEW AMITY ARP CHURCHPO BOX 127
NEW STERLING ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH580 NEW STERLING RD
STATESVILLE FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLEPO BOX 28
STONY POINT ARP CHURCH296 STIKELEATHER RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stony Point

What is the population of Stony Point?

Stony Point has a population of 1,301 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 437 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.7% female and 54.3% male.

Is Stony Point expensive to live in?

Stony Point 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 $70,846, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,200 (40% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Stony Point safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stony Point?

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

How is the job market in Stony Point?

The job market in Stony Point is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $888. There are 699 business establishments in the area, including 45 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 3.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stony Point?

The median home value in Stony Point is $169,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,818. The homeownership rate is 95.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,071.

How are the schools in Stony Point?

Schools in Stony Point score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.0% of adults in Stony Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Stony Point?

The obesity rate in Stony Point is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 24.1% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,235.

What is transportation like in Stony Point?

The average commute in Stony Point is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stony Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stony Point is 78.4% White, 5.1% Hispanic or Latino. 81.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.5% speak Spanish. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 97.6% have health insurance coverage.

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