Waxhaw, NC

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

Waxhaw is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 21,565. Residents earn $128,115 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

21,565 Population 1,769/sq mi density

$128,115 Median Income $47,224 per capita

$506,300 Home Value $616,582 Zillow

$1,770 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent

61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

145 Violent Crime/100K 907 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$128,115 median income, 2.5% unemployment

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$506,300 home value, $1,770/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

54.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $128,115

70% higher than US avg

Home Value $506,300

80% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 145/100K

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 54.9%

63% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,770

52% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.4%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.8%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,565

Median Age36.9 yrs

Density1,769/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$128,115

Per Capita$47,224

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty3.8%

County GDP$13,113M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$506,300

Rent$1,770

Ownership82.2%

Zillow$616,582

Housing Units6,548

Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

Violent145/100K

Property907/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault99/100K

Burglary267/100K

Health

Obesity30.4%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking9.3%

Depression24.2%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain47.8 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+54.9%

High School+96.2%

Graduate+19.2%

School Score6.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%

Commute31 min

Broadband96.7%

EV Stations2

Libraries4

Is Waxhaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waxhaw receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Waxhaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waxhaw is $128,115, which is significantly higher than the national average / 70% above $75,149. This places Waxhaw among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.8% 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 Waxhaw is $506,300, making it a premium housing market at 80% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,770 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Waxhaw is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 907 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

Waxhaw is a highly educated community / 54.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Waxhaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Waxhaw has a population of 21,565 with a density of 1,769 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (71.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 8.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84% of residents, while 16% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,565

Total Population

1,769

People / sq mi

36.9yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

12.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%

Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Waxhaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.0%

7% above US avg

Spanish 16.0%

19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Waxhaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waxhaw is $128,115, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,224 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,183, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,848 business establishments, including 363 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. 27.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waxhaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$128,115
	70% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$47,224
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,183
IRS Avg AGI	$111,009
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.8%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,848
County GDP	$13,113M

Business (County)

Restaurants	363
Healthcare	413
Retail	580
Manufacturing	224

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,642
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.4 min
Drive Alone	61.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	27.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Waxhaw is $506,300, 80% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,582, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,770 (52% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,548 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2008. The average annual property tax is $4,642 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$506,300
	80% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$616,582
Median List Price	$635,199

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$635,199
$/Sq Ft	$185
Homes Sold	20
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.6%
Price Drops	21.1%
Inventory	95

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,770
	52% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$2,274
Rent Burden	23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	82.2%
Owner-Occupied	82.2%
Renter-Occupied	17.8%
Housing Units	6,548
Median Year Built	2008

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,642
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.92%

In Waxhaw, 30.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 9.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.0% report binge drinking. 17.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.0% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,459. The dentist ratio is 1:3,153. 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.4%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	28.8%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.3%
	34% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	17.3%
Depression	24.2%
Mental Distress	15.0%
Physical Distress	9.5%
Short Sleep	30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.4%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,459
Dentists	1:3,153
Mental Health	1:678
Checkup Rate	78.9%
Dental Visits	71.5%
Premature Death	6,696/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	70.7%
Healthcare Facilities	413

Waxhaw has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 98.8 per 100,000, robbery at 23.3, rape at 23.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 907 per 100,000, 54% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 622, burglary at 267, vehicle theft at 17 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 25 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Waxhaw receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	145.3/100K
	62% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	23.3/100K
Robbery	23.3/100K
Assault	98.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	906.8/100K
	54% below US avg
Burglary	267.4/100K
Theft	622.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	17.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	25
Traffic Accidents	95
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Waxhaw enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°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 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.9°F
	13% above US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	604 ft (184 m)
Area	12.2 sq mi (31.6 km²)
Population Density	1,769/sq mi
Coordinates	34.9375°N, 80.7400°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Union County County
Nearest Airport	Charlotte/Douglas International (CLT) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"

26% above US avg

Snowfall 2.1"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.76"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0475 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	89.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	55.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

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

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	53 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	86 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	86 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	86 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	87 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	69 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina	M3.0	144 km
Aug 4, 2007	12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M3.0	137 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	84 km
Feb 18, 2005	7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina	M2.9	97 km
Jan 29, 1994	12 km NNE of Alcolu, South Carolina	M2.9	132 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina	M2.9	145 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	85 km
Aug 14, 2025	7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina	M2.7	140 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	135 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	148 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	129 km
Mar 9, 2024	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.7	86 km
May 31, 2021	4 km SW of Summit, South Carolina	M2.6	133 km
May 10, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.6	85 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	231 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	236 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	298 km
2018	Florence	Category 1	239 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	226 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	226 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	240 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	282 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	284 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	188 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	278 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	42 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	247 km

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

Tornado History

403 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 31 fatalities, 539 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 5, 1989	EF4	5 km	1
May 5, 1989	EF4	97 km	4
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	96 km	7
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	82 km	5
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	46 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	85 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	37 km	4
Sep 7, 2004	EF3	76 km	0
Aug 16, 1994	EF3	79 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	38 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	7 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	93 km	0
Apr 18, 1969	EF3	80 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	49 km	0
May 5, 2020	EF2	47 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	70 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	67 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	64 km	0
Jan 11, 2020	EF2	60 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	92 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNING UNIT (5,567 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	BURNING UNIT	5,567	69 km
1991	UNNAMED	3,968	92 km
1991	UNNAMED	3,094	64 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,743	91 km
2015	UNNAMED	2,690	75 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,458	79 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,395	95 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,362	91 km
2008	05/05 RX BURN	2,351	57 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,274	79 km
2007	06-09 RX BURN	2,054	60 km
2022	SCCRR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	2,039	60 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,024	95 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	65 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,964	70 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,918	69 km
2013	UNNAMED	1,897	95 km
1998	981406	1,892	66 km
1994	CM 15 16 17	1,871	67 km
2018	C-140 EN	1,860	89 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	4.4 in	Coldest
February	44°F (7°C)	3.8 in
March	52°F (11°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
April	60°F (15°C)	3.0 in	Driest
May	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
June	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
July	80°F (27°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.4 in
September	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.9 in
November	52°F (11°C)	3.3 in
December	44°F (7°C)	3.5 in

Waxhaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (3.0").

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Waxhaw is located in Union County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 54.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 19.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.1% of the vote, a 25.3-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 413 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%

D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	25
Traffic Accidents	95
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	54.9%
	63% above US avg
High School+	96.2%
Graduate Degree+	19.2%
School Test Score	6.90

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,769/sq mi
Total Area	12.2 sq mi
County	Union County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.7%
Avg Download Speed	172.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	413
Restaurants	363
Retail Stores	580

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.4 min
Drive Alone	61.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	27.9%

Average costs for common services in Waxhaw. 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	$1,075
Toddler	$887
Preschool	$504
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$870
Toddler	$724
Preschool	$769

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Union County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	12,424	288	$70,526	2.04
Construction	10,057	1,121	$81,876	2.58
Retail Trade	8,237	650	$38,131	1.11
Accommodation & Food Services	6,297	383	$21,470	0.93
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,162	567	$52,788	0.48
Administrative & Waste Services	4,812	668	$57,246	1.10
Wholesale Trade	3,205	542	$101,326	1.09
Professional & Technical Services	3,094	1,243	$85,734	0.60
Transportation & Warehousing	2,440	312	$57,935	0.78
Other Services	2,259	618	$42,616	1.01
Educational Services	1,923	107	$40,045	1.25
Finance & Insurance	1,490	398	$108,495	0.49
Arts & Entertainment	942	108	$28,621	0.75
Information & Technology	655	205	$104,553	0.47
Real Estate	534	350	$67,962	0.46
Utilities	240	11	$107,854	0.85
Management of Companies	138	41	$99,787	0.11
Unclassified	10	30	$88,587	0.10

Schools in Waxhaw

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Marvin Ridge High	High	2,074	93	22.3:1
Cuthbertson High	High	1,938	84	23.1:1
Marvin Ridge Middle	Middle	1,358	62	21.9:1
Cuthbertson Middle	Middle	1,344	59	22.8:1
Kensington Elementary	Elementary	1,032	59	17.5:1
New Town Elementary	Elementary	761	47	16.2:1
Waxhaw Elementary	Elementary	638	37	17.2:1
Rea View Elementary	Elementary	607	39	15.6:1
Sandy Ridge Elementary	Elementary	597	37	16.1:1
Western Union Elementary	Elementary	553	35	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near Waxhaw

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN Korean	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
Boon-Biu Saelim	christian, english	AAC 64 kbps
Buzzin Radio	—	MP3
BBN	christian-gospel	AAC 56 kbps
UP! 98.7	christian contemporary	AAC
89.9 WDAV	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX	classic rock	AAC 24 kbps
Radio Disney 640 AM	ac, hot	MP3 128 kbps
WRHI	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Waxhaw

18 national parks and monuments found near Waxhaw.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Cheraw State Park	State Park	Free
Chester State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Dreher Island State Park	State Park	Free
Goodale State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wateree State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Lee State Park	State Park	Free
Long Bluff State Park	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Sesquicentennial State Park	State Park	Free
South Mountains State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Museums in Waxhaw

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MINT HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7045730726	$198,511
LANCASTER COUNTY SOCIETY FOR HISTORICAL PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	106 EAST MEETING ST	8032859455	$186,025
FORT MILL HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	310 NORTH WHITE STREET	8038023646	$104,034
LEAD WITH CHARACTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$51,814
ARMED FORCES MUSEUM & ARCHIVES OF THE CAROLINAS	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046616162	$13,708
NAISMITH LEGACY GIVING	GENERAL MUSEUM			$7,531
INDIAN TRAIL ARTS AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048215401	$2,041
CAROLINAS AUTO MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG FIRE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
CLIFFSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUBBARD HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
JESSE HELMS CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7042331776
MUSEUM OF THE ALPHABET	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF WAXHAWS	GENERAL MUSEUM		7048431832
RED ARROW OF CAROLINA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042896737
WING HAVEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	248 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE

Libraries in Waxhaw

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	316 E WINDSOR ST	0.0	548,566
LANCASTER COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	313 S. WHITE ST.	0.0	403,289

Farmers Markets in Waxhaw

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market	1801 Yorkmont Road	09/01/2015 to 04/30/2016	Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-5:0		Visit
Downtown Farmers Market	101 North Main Street	05/17/2018 to 10/18/2018	Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Downtown Pineville Farmers Market	104 Dover Street	05/16/2015 to 09/26/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Meeting Street Market at Cedar Walk	11425 Ardrey Kell Rd				Visit
Meeting Street Market at Elon Park Elementary School	11425 Ardrey Kell Road	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Mint Hill Farmers Market	7601 Matthews Mint Hill Road				Visit
Springs Farm Farmers Market	1002 Springfield Parkway				Visit
Union County Farmers Market	805 Skyway Drive	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes
Waxhaw Farmers Market	Church and Price streets	04/11/2015 to 12/19/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Waxhaw

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alternative Beverage	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, NC, Commercial Equipment, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Al	4450 South Blvd	7045226427
C B S Distributing Inc	Distribution Services, Wholesale Restaurant Supplies, Paper Manufacturers, Breweries, Flavoring Extr	645 Pressley Rd	7045595283
Carolina Bar Supplies Dstrbtng	Wholesale Restaurant Supplies, Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Breweries, P	645 Pressley Rd L	7045234540
Charlotte Brew Tours	Tours & Activities, Food & Drink, Brewery Tours, tour, Tour	3035 Cresthill Dr	17045027127
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery	Brewery, German Restaurant	4150 Yancey Rd	7045255644	Visit
Sealed Air	Packaging & Shipping Materials Retail, Industrial Hygiene Consultants, Packing & Crating Materials,	8215 Forest Point Blvd
Sugar Creek Brewery	Brewery	215 Southside Dr	7045213333	Visit

Nursing Homes in Waxhaw

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WHITE OAK OF WAXHAW 700 HOWIE MINE ROAD	For profit - Corporation	100	93	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	7042437640

Pharmacies in Waxhaw

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 162	10012 WEISS WAY	704-321-2694
CVS - 3440	1602 PROVIDENCE ROAD SOUTH	704-243-3777
CVS - 5341	1142 NORTH BROOME STREET	704-843-4680
CVS - 7943	8101 KENSINGTON DRIVE	704-843-7131
FAMILY CARE SPECIALTY PHARMACY	3620 PROVIDENCE ROAD SOUTH	704-843-0841
HARRIS TEETER - 182	8157 KENSINGTON DRIVE	704-243-2034
WALGREENS - 11251	2531 CUTHBERTSON ROAD	704-243-0738

EV Charging Stations in Waxhaw

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
UPC NESBIT PARK	1304 H C Nesbit Park Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Waxhaw

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
100 WISTERIA LN	TOWER	128
2875 WESTBROOK ROAD (62462)	LTOWER	89
2875 WESTBROOK ROAD (62462)	LTOWER	89
7604 WATER OAK LN	TOWER	81
(Hwy 200 site) 2444 MONROE HIGHWAY	TOWER	77
12228 Bain School Road	TOWER	61

Fire Stations in Waxhaw

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Jackson Community Volunteer Fire & Rescue Inc.	8323 Lancaster HWY	Volunteer	704-843-2611
Waxhaw Community Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad	3500 Waxhaw PKWY	Mostly volunteer	704-843-4001
Wesley Chapel Volunteer Fire Department	315 Waxhaw Indian Trail RD	Mostly volunteer	704-843-3367

Bridges in Waxhaw

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2005	222	19,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	115	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	134	6,100	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	240	5,800	F
Culvert	Concrete	2016	36	5,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2012	130	4,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	21	2,400	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	50	2,000	G
Culvert	Steel	1988	26	430	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	200	100	G
Culvert	Steel	2021	22	100	G
Culvert	Steel	2021	22	100	F
Culvert	Steel	2021	22	100	G
Culvert	Steel	1980	30	50	P

Superfund Sites Near Waxhaw

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AKZO NOBEL COATINGS INC	1872 HWY 9 BYPASS W	LANCASTER
APLIX, INC.	12300 STEELE CREEK ROAD	MECKLENBURG
BOWATER INCORPORATED	5300 CURETON FERRY ROAD	YORK
JACKSON COUNTY POWER, LLC	9405 ARROWPOINT BLVD.	JACKSON

Airports Near Waxhaw

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud Field	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Bermuda High Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester Catawba Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Curry Airport	—	Small Airport
Duncan Airport	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Fairfield County Airport	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Fly Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartsville Regional Airport	HVS	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Ja Field	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffords Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnston Airport	—	Small Airport
Jordan Field	—	Small Airport
Kirk Air Base	—	Small Airport
Lake Norman Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lancaster County-Mc Whirter Field	—	Small Airport
Laneys Airport	—	Small Airport
Laughing Crow Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lee County Butters Field	—	Small Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Lonesome Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Waxhaw

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	15024 Ballancroft Parkway
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Training Academy
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department - Independence Division
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department - South Division	8050 Corporate Center Drive
City of Monroe Police Department
CMPD Police Station	9530 South Tryon Street
Fort Mill Police Department	112 Confederate Street
Matthews Police Department	1201 Crews Road
Mint Hill Police Department	7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Pineville Police Department
Stallings Police Department
York County Sheriff Substation

Grocery Stores in Waxhaw

13 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 6	Supermarket	2909 Providence Rd S
Circle K 2723984	Convenience Store	601 E Main St
CVS PHARMACY 5341	Other	1142 N Broome St
CVS PHARMACY 7943	Other	8101 Kensington Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 9293	Other	129 Waxhaw Pkwy
DUEYS STOP AND SHOP 4	Convenience Store	315 WEST SOUTH MAIN STREET
Family Dollar 5876	Other	1201 N Broome St
FOOD LION 458	Supermarket	1301 N Broome St
Gas Express LLC GX 804	Convenience Store	2538 Cuthbertson Rd
Harris Teeter 182	Super Store	8157 Kensington Dr
Lowes Foods 291	Supermarket	3412 South Providence Rd
Walmart Neighborhood Market 7180	Super Store	2520 Cuthbertson Rd
Waxhaw Farmers Market Inc	Farmers and Markets	27283 Waxhaw Pkwy

Post Offices in Waxhaw

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Waxhaw Post Office	100 Waxhaw Parkway

Treatment Centers in Waxhaw

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Blanchard Institute	Substance Abuse	704-288-1097
Counseling Services of Lancaster	Substance Abuse	803-285-6911
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/Union County	Substance Abuse	704-635-2080
HopeWay	Both	980-859-2106
Lancaster Treatment Specialists	Substance Abuse	803-745-7001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Charlotte	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Monroe	Substance Abuse	704-332-9001
Medasic Monroe	Substance Abuse	704-233-3394
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371
Newport Academy	Both	877-820-6371

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waxhaw

51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
2BLESSED FOUNDATION INC	726 LINGFIELD LN
ADVENTURE CAMP FOR CHRIST INC	8005 RILLWOOD DR
ANOTHEN GLOBAL MINISTRIES INC	504 WESTLAKE DR
ASAPH TALKS	8405 ROYSTER RUN
BEST NEWS EVER	7000 MCCASLAN LN
BETHESDHA FELLOWSHIP & MINISTRY	9107 UNBRIDLE LN
BY GRACE ALONE MINISTRIES FOUNDATION	8112 MADRIGAL CT
CAROLINA CRHISTIAN CONFERENCE INC	1208 FARM CREEK RD
CAROLINAS COWBOY CHURCH	8112 RILLWOOD DR
CENTER CITY CHAPEL INC	900 BALDWIN LN
CENTRAL SINGLE PARENT MINISTRY	9221 UNBRIDLE LN
CHARLOTTE INDIAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	1615 SHIMRON LN
CRISTOGA FOUNDATION INC	807 BEAUHAVEN LN
CROSSEXAMINED ORG	665 BARON RD
DWELLING PLACE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	PO BOX 603
ENGAGE 360 MINISTRIES INC	122 WEDDINGTON CHURCH RD
EXHORT MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC	7111 STONEHAVEN DR
FAITH HAVEN MINISTRIES	9009 RED BUD TRL
FIVE STONES CHURCH	1117 CUTHBERTSON RD
GODS TEMPLE OF ZION INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP INC	PO BOX 236
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 719
INSPIRED HOPE	1325 OAKHURST DR
ISKCON OF CHARLOTTE INC	312 APPOMATOX DR
ISNAG MINISTRIES FOUNDATION	5701 DAVIS RD
KCHARLOTTE INC	2995 CREEKVIEW DR
KINGDOM LIFE MINISTRIES OF CHARLOTTE NC	PO BOX 1349
LIBERTY HILL BAPTIST CHURCH	520 BILLY HOWEY RD
LUKE 6-38 MINISTRY	5712 STONE MILL RD
METROPOLITAN TABERNACLE OF FAITH	9009 RED BUD TRL
MISSION POSSIBLE	2332 ABUNDANCE LN
NEW LIVING WORD DISCIPLESHIP AND WORSHIP CENTER	7513 BROOMES OLD MILL RD
ON ANGELS WINGS INC	1502 LAUREL HILL DR
ONEHUNDREDFOLD	6810 PLEASANT GROVE RD
PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH OF WAXHAW	3606 S PROVIDENCE RD
REFUGE APOSTOLIC MINISTRIES	2822 CRANE RD
REHOBETH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	5919 REHOBETH RD
RENEWAL CHURCH OF WAXHAW	7005 SPARROW HAWK DR
ROYAL HARVEST INTERNATIONAL CHURCH	909 WOODLAND FOREST DR
SENDING EXPERIENCED RETIRED VOLUNTEERS EVERYWHERE SERVE	7928 WALKUP DR
SHRI JAGANNATH SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA	4213 OXFORD MILL RD
SORGER MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	7301 STONEHAVEN DR
ST MARGARETS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	8515 REA RD
T A MURPHY MINISTRIES INC	9100 WOODHALL LAKE DR
THE WAY OF THE CARPENTER MINISTRIES INC	1410 KRONAS CIR
UNION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	6415 NEW TOWN RD
VOICE OF ONE INTL	4932 DWIGHT STARNES RD
WARRIOR PRINCESS CROWNED FOR PURPOS E	7314 TIRZAH CHURCH RD
WAXHAW PREBYSTERIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 39
WELLSPRINGS OF TORAH	PO 446
WESLEY CHAPEL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT INC	315 WAXHAW INDIAN TRAIL ROAD SOUTH
WESLEY CHAPEL WEDDINGTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION	PO BOX 718

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waxhaw

What is the population of Waxhaw?

Waxhaw has a population of 21,565 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,769 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.9 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Waxhaw expensive to live in?

Waxhaw 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 $128,115, 70% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $506,300 (80% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,770 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waxhaw safe?

Waxhaw is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 907 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Waxhaw receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waxhaw?

Waxhaw enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Waxhaw?

The job market in Waxhaw is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,183. There are 7,848 business establishments in the area, including 363 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 27.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waxhaw?

The median home value in Waxhaw is $506,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,582. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,770. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 82.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,642.

How are the schools in Waxhaw?

Schools in Waxhaw score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.9% of adults in Waxhaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 19.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waxhaw?

The obesity rate in Waxhaw is 30.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.3% of adults are smokers. 17.3% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,459.

What is transportation like in Waxhaw?

The average commute in Waxhaw is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 61.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waxhaw?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waxhaw is 71.3% White, 8.3% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 84% of residents speak only English at home, while 16% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability. 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Mineral Springs, NC 3,244 pop · 3.1 mi Wesley Chapel, NC 8,923 pop · 5.4 mi Weddington, NC 13,468 pop · 5.9 mi Marvin, NC 6,542 pop · 6.1 mi Indian Trail, NC 41,146 pop · 10.4 mi Monroe, NC 35,596 pop · 11.0 mi Catawba, SC 1,225 pop · 11.3 mi Lake Park, NC 3,365 pop · 11.8 mi Fort Mill, SC 28,281 pop · 12.3 mi Lesslie, SC 3,202 pop · 12.4 mi Matthews, NC 29,959 pop · 12.7 mi Stallings, NC 16,495 pop · 12.8 mi Hemby Bridge, NC 2,079 pop · 13.5 mi Pineville, NC 10,780 pop · 13.9 mi

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