Charlotte

NC

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

Population 1.2M |Median income $87,005 |8 hospitals

Population
1,154,681
Mecklenburg County
Median Income
$87,005
+28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$406,800
+79% vs avg
Median Age
35.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.2M+22%
Median Income
$87,005+57%
Median Home Value
$406,800+124%
Poverty Rate
10.4%-32%
Unemployment
4.3%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,627/mo
Poverty Rate
10.4% -27% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 49.2%
Work From Home 28.5%
Public Transit 1.7%

Population

White 44.9%
African American 30.1%
Asian 6.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
High Blood Pressure
31%
Obesity
29.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.7%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Current Smoking
10.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.7%
Current Asthma
10.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.5%
Annual Checkup 78.6%

Other Measures

Diabetes
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
4.8%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
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4
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3
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0
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0
Average Rating
3.6/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
7
NOVANT HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
NOVANT HEALTH MATTHEWS MEDICAL CENTER
MATTHEWS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
NOVANT HEALTH HUNTERSVILLE MEDICAL CENTER
HUNTERSVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
NOVANT HEALTH MINT HILL MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ATRIUM HEALTH PINEVILLE
CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER/BEHAV HEALTH
CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ATRIUM HEALTH UNIVERSITY CITY
CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Charlotte Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Charlotte, NC? ▼
Charlotte, NC has a population of 1,154,681 people, located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Charlotte? ▼
The median household income in Charlotte, NC is $87,005 per year. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
What is the median home value in Charlotte? ▼
The median home value in Charlotte, NC is $406,800. Median rent is $1,627/month.
What are the top health concerns in Charlotte? ▼
The top health indicators in Charlotte include Short Sleep Duration (38.7%), High Blood Pressure (31%), Obesity (29.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Charlotte? ▼
Charlotte has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. 7 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Charlotte? ▼
The median age in Charlotte, NC is 35.5 years. 49.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Charlotte, NC is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. With a population of 1.2M and a median household income of $87,005, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Charlotte area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Mecklenburg County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.