Cherryville, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
6,154 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,701 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$590 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gaston County
1
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gaston County
1
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 4 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

WB Beam Intermediate School
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
Cherryville High
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
Cherryville Elementary
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
John Chavis Middle School
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
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Colleges

Cleveland Community College
10 miles, SW · 1.4star
Gaston College
12 miles, SE · 1.4star
Gardner-Webb University
19 miles, W · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Atrium Health Kings Mountain
10 miles, S · 5star
Atrium Health Cleveland
10 miles, W · 3.2star
Atrium Health Lincoln
12 miles, E · 5star
Caromont Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
66 miles, NW · 1.4star
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