Wingate, NC

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

Wingate is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,169. Residents earn $65,208 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

4,169 Population 1,591/sq mi density

$65,208 Median Income $17,479 per capita

$217,700 Home Value $311,880 Zillow

$1,050 Median Rent 47.3% income on rent

63°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

348 Violent Crime/100K 2,007 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$65,208 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$217,700 home value, $1,050/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

348 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)

B+

Education

3.6 / 5.0

32.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,208

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $217,700

23% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 348/100K

8% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.5%

4% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,050

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.1%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.0%

11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,169

Median Age21.6 yrs

Density1,591/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 59%

Veterans2.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$65,208

Per Capita$17,479

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty11.0%

County GDP$13,113M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$217,700

Rent$1,050

Ownership61.5%

Zillow$311,880

Housing Units1,016

Rent Burden47.3%

Crime

Violent348/100K

Property2,007/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault294/100K

Burglary696/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%

Uninsured14.3%

Smoking17.1%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain48.2 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.5%

High School+83.8%

Graduate+10.1%

School Score6.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%

Commute23 min

Broadband93.9%

EV Stations1

Libraries4

Is Wingate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wingate receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Wingate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wingate is $65,208, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wingate is $217,700, 23% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wingate is below the national average at 348 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,007 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wingate enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wingate has a population of 4,169 with a density of 1,591 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (58.7%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 21.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.3% of residents, while 30.7% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 87.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,169

Total Population

1,591

People / sq mi

21.6yrs

Median Age

44% below US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%

Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wingate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 69.3%

12% below US avg

Spanish 30.7%

129% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wingate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wingate is $65,208, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,479 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,183, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Wingate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,208
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,479
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,183
IRS Avg AGI	$111,009
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.0%
	11% 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	2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.7 min
Drive Alone	51.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wingate is $217,700, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,880, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% 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. 61.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,016 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $4,642 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 47.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$217,700
	23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$311,880
Median List Price	$269,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$269,990
$/Sq Ft	$155
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.6%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	28

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,050
	10% below US avg
Rent Burden	47.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	61.5%
Owner-Occupied	61.5%
Renter-Occupied	38.5%
Housing Units	1,016
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,642
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.13%

In Wingate, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 38.1% have high blood pressure. 17.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.6% report binge drinking. 30.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.1% experience frequent mental distress. 14.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 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: Wingate vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	13.4%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	38.1%
Asthma	12.3%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	6.2%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.1%
	22% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.6%
Physical Inactivity	30.0%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.4%
Uninsured	14.3%
	66% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,459
Dentists	1:3,153
Mental Health	1:678
Checkup Rate	79.5%
Dental Visits	56.9%
Premature Death	6,696/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Wingate has a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 294.4 per 100,000, robbery at 53.5, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,007 per 100,000, 2% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,258, burglary at 696, vehicle theft at 54 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 25 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wingate receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	347.9/100K
	8% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	53.5/100K
Assault	294.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,007.0/100K
	2% above US avg
Burglary	695.8/100K
Theft	1,257.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	53.5/100K
Arson	53.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	25
Traffic Accidents	29
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Wingate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	44°F (6°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	577 ft (176 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density	1,591/sq mi
Coordinates	34.9860°N, 80.4474°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Union County County
Nearest Airport	Concord-Padgett Regional (USA) 31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"

27% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.84"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.95"

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

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 26, 2025.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	59 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.6	95 km
Jun 29, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.5	95 km
Jun 26, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.4	95 km
May 9, 2022	5 km ESE of Elgin, South Carolina	M3.3	96 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	70 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	59 km
Feb 18, 2005	7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina	M2.9	114 km
Jan 29, 1994	12 km NNE of Alcolu, South Carolina	M2.9	129 km
May 10, 2022	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.8	94 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	130 km
Mar 9, 2024	5 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.7	95 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	145 km
Apr 26, 2025	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.6	95 km
May 10, 2022	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.6	94 km
Jan 5, 2022	5 km SW of Lugoff, South Carolina	M2.6	93 km
Jan 3, 2022	5 km S of Lugoff, South Carolina	M2.5	93 km
Jan 24, 2019	6 km NNW of Jenkinsville, South Carolina	M2.5	108 km
Sep 15, 2024	6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina	M2.5	94 km
Mar 26, 2019	8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina	M2.5	117 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 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	220 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	216 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	285 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	217 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	212 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	293 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	296 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	208 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	234 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	260 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	260 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	161 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	254 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	68 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	225 km

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

Tornado History

352 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 847 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 5, 1989	EF4	26 km	1
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	66 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	74 km	7
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	53 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	87 km	4
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	41 km	4
Sep 7, 2004	EF3	81 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	60 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	21 km	0
Apr 18, 1969	EF3	69 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	93 km	1
Aug 29, 1964	EF3	95 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	23 km	0
May 5, 2020	EF2	69 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	44 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	58 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	90 km	0
Jan 11, 2020	EF2	62 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	95 km	0
Mar 3, 2012	EF2	37 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	96 km
1991	UNNAMED	3,968	68 km
1991	UNNAMED	3,094	57 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,743	66 km
2008	05/05 RX BURN	2,351	44 km
2007	06-09 RX BURN	2,054	48 km
2022	SCCRR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	2,039	52 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	37 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,964	96 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,918	97 km
1998	981406	1,892	54 km
1994	CM 15 16 17	1,871	54 km
2021	SLATES CHURCH FIRE	1,824	89 km
1994	COMP 1112	1,798	52 km
1998	980803	1,780	49 km
2000	2000 1003	1,768	51 km
1999	19990505	1,756	44 km
2016	COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE	1,704	85 km
1992	COMP 15	1,697	52 km
2018	SCCRR-FY18-RX-COMP-14	1,687	53 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	44°F (6°C)	4.4 in	Coldest
February	45°F (7°C)	3.8 in
March	52°F (11°C)	4.7 in
April	60°F (16°C)	3.0 in	Driest
May	68°F (20°C)	3.7 in
June	75°F (24°C)	4.2 in
July	81°F (27°C)	4.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.5 in
September	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in
October	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in
November	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in
December	44°F (7°C)	3.5 in

Wingate has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (3.0").

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Wingate is located in Union County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 32.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 413 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 51.3% 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	29
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.5%
	4% below US avg
High School+	83.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.1%
School Test Score	6.90

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,591/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi
County	Union County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.9%
Avg Download Speed	172.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	413
Restaurants	363
Retail Stores	580

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.7 min
Drive Alone	51.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.3%

Average costs for common services in Wingate. 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

Colleges & Universities in Wingate

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Wingate University	Private Non-Profit · Graduate	3,681	85.0%	$41,731	$41,731

Schools in Wingate

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Wingate Elementary	Elementary	400	36	11.1:1
Union Elementary	Elementary	274	20	13.7:1

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Radio Stations near Wingate

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
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

Campgrounds Near Wingate

5 campgrounds found near Wingate.

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 Wingate

17 national parks and monuments found near Wingate.

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
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Trails Near Wingate

56 trails found near Wingate.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
DUTCHMAN'S CREEK	11.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	8.0	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
UWHARRIE NRT	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	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
BIG ROCK LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLAB PILE OHV	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF DEN OHV	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MORRIS MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
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 Wingate

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MINT HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7045730726	$198,511
NAISMITH LEGACY GIVING	GENERAL MUSEUM			$7,531
INDIAN TRAIL ARTS AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048215401	$2,041
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG FIRE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
JESSE HELMS CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7042331776
LIVING HISTORY ASSOICATION OF MECKLENBURG	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9225 SURREY RD	7048465132
MARSHVILLE MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042896737

Libraries in Wingate

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	316 E WINDSOR ST	0.0	548,566

Farmers Markets in Wingate

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Mint Hill Farmers Market	7601 Matthews Mint Hill Road				Visit
Oakboro Farmers Market	128 Aquadale Road	05/31/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Pageland Farmers Market	3062 Highway. 601, north of city
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

Breweries in Wingate

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Stooges Pub & Grub	Brewery	13230 Albermarle Rd	7045454788

Cell Towers in Wingate

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2371 Home Town Road (153403)	LTOWER	83
7604 WATER OAK LN	TOWER	81
1004 KIKER ROAD (81122)	LTOWER	80
Pageland Cell Site - ROUTE 4, Box 245 - (Pageland - SC RSA #4)	TOWER	65
3929 PAGELAND HEY.	TOWER	61
Haigler Gin Road	TOWER	61
12228 Bain School Road	TOWER	61
Clinton Avenue	TOWER	59

Fire Stations in Wingate

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Allen's Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department	5408 White Store RD	Volunteer			704-624-5921
Wingate Volunteer Fire Department	101 W Wilson ST	Volunteer			704-233-4137

Bridges in Wingate

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2018	24	30,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2018	24	24,650	G
Culvert	Concrete	1941	40	20,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	331	20,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	331	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	75	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	75	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	340	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	340	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	704	10,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	718	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	31	5,200	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2018	23	4,590	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	117	3,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	23	3,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2016	170	3,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	44	2,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	240	2,400	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1998	34	1,900	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1997	35	1,700	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1981	105	1,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2016	134	1,400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2012	57	1,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	225	1,200	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	47	1,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	223	970	F
Culvert	Steel	1983	25	830	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1999	24	830	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2018	136	730	G
Culvert	Steel	1980	25	590	P
Culvert	Steel	1999	23	500	F
Culvert	Concrete	2015	32	450	G
Culvert	Steel	1982	29	310	F
Culvert	Steel	1980	21	310	P
Culvert	Steel	1992	33	310	F
Culvert	Prestressed concrete	2014	22	310	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	31	280	F
Culvert	Concrete	2015	28	250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	36	220	G
Culvert	Steel	1989	23	150	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2014	25	90	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2017	88	80	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	68	60	G

Airports Near Wingate

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
Asheboro Regional 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
Branhams Airport	—	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
Cheraw Municipal Airport/Lynch Bellinger Field	HCW	Small Airport
Chester Catawba Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Curry Airport	—	Small Airport
Darlington County Airport	—	Small Airport
Delk's 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
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
Graham Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartsville Regional Airport	HVS	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Meadow Airport	—	Small Airport
Ja Field	—	Small Airport
Jaars Townsend 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
Lee County Butters Field	—	Small Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Wingate

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
City of Monroe Police Department
Marshville Police	111 West Main Street
Mint Hill Police Department	7151 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Pageland Police Department	316 West Mcgregor Street
Stallings Police Department
Wingate Police Department	4114 East Highway 74

Grocery Stores in Wingate

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Circle K Stores Inc. 2707309	Convenience Store	1991 E Roosevelt Blvd
College Food Mart	Convenience Store	101 S Main St
Community Store Citgo	Convenience Store	5432 Pageland Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 7033	Other	3706 Highway 74 E
Family Dollar 10720	Other	3708 Highway 74 E
Fiesta Food Mart	Convenience Store	2701 Walkup Ave
FOOD LION 953	Supermarket	3814 Highway 74 E
J & J Fresh Fish Market	Specialty Store	3707 Highway 74 East
Save N Go	Convenience Store	1744 Pageland Hwy
Wingate Food Mart	Convenience Store	4420 Highway 74 E
Xpress Mart 1	Convenience Store	3826 Highway 74 E

Post Offices in Wingate

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Wingate Post Office	208 North Main Street

Treatment Centers in Wingate

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Daymark Recovery Services - Facility Based Crisis/Union County	Substance Abuse	704-635-2080
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 Wingate

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRIST HILLS CHURCH	PO BOX 142
GOD WORD ONLY MINISTRIES	4412 HIGHWAY 74 E
IGLESIA BAUTISTA VICTORIA WINGATE INC	3325 OLD MONROE MARSHVILLE RD
IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVIENTE INC	3623 US-74
JESUS HOLINESS CHURCH OF APOSTOLIC FAITH	3707 US HWY 74
JOHN AND TIFFANY MATTHEWS MINISTRIES INC	3703 OLD PAGELAND MARSHVILLE RD
MOUNT PLEASANT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF WADESBORO INC	PO BOX 302
NEW DIRECTION CHRISTIAN MINISTRY	1020 CRESCENT WAY
PEARLS FOR LIFE INC	1504 WITMORE RD
WORLD WIDE MISSIONARY ADVANCE	PO BOX 488

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wingate

What is the population of Wingate?

Wingate has a population of 4,169 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,591 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Wingate expensive to live in?

Wingate 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 $65,208, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,700 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wingate safe?

Wingate is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,007 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wingate receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wingate?

Wingate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Wingate?

Wingate has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average 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 23 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wingate?

The median home value in Wingate is $217,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,880. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,642.

How are the schools in Wingate?

Schools in Wingate score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.5% of adults in Wingate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wingate?

The obesity rate in Wingate is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.1% of adults are smokers. 30.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 14.3% lack health insurance (above 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 Wingate?

The average commute in Wingate is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 51.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wingate?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wingate is 58.7% White, 21.4% Black or African American, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino. 69.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.7% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are military veterans. 8.7% of residents have a disability. 87.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Marshville, NC 2,586 pop · 4.4 mi Monroe, NC 35,596 pop · 6.5 mi Unionville, NC 6,826 pop · 7.5 mi Lake Park, NC 3,365 pop · 12.6 mi Indian Trail, NC 41,146 pop · 12.9 mi Hemby Bridge, NC 2,079 pop · 13.1 mi Mineral Springs, NC 3,244 pop · 13.8 mi Wesley Chapel, NC 8,923 pop · 14.0 mi Polkton, NC 2,759 pop · 14.3 mi Stallings, NC 16,495 pop · 14.8 mi Pageland, SC 2,476 pop · 15.3 mi Weddington, NC 13,468 pop · 16.5 mi Waxhaw, NC 21,565 pop · 16.9 mi Stanfield, NC 1,554 pop · 17.1 mi

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