Why Cleveland County
Demographics

Demographics
Community at Our Core
Highly skilled, highly motivated.
Just west of Charlotte, Cleveland County is a location where fresh ideas meet fresh air. Nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains at the center of two of the largest metropolitan areas in the Carolinas, the region offers a blend of progressive communities, welcoming neighbors and rich heritage. Business and professionals alike thrive thanks to an unbeatable cost of living and healthy mix of opportunities in and outside the workplace.
Quick Resources
Population
97,947
Total, 2019
66,846
25 Years or Older
42
Median Age

Median Household Income
$42,237
2021

Unemployment Rate
4.9%
2021

Affordable Living Costs
Cost of Living
9.6% LowerCompared to the National Average
Housing Prices
49% LowerCompared to the National Average
