Salisbury

NC

Rowan County, North Carolina

Population 150K |Median income $65,725 |2 hospitals

Population
149,875
Rowan County
Median Income
$65,725
-3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$238,400
+5% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
150K+8%
Median Income
$65,725+58%
Median Home Value
$238,400+83%
Poverty Rate
16%-15%
Unemployment
5.3%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Poverty Rate
16% +13% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.3%
Work From Home 8.4%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 70%
African American 15.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
37.7%
Obesity
37.4%
Short Sleep Duration
30.8%
Physical Inactivity
27.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Current Smoking
15.9%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Diabetes
12.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.6%
Dental Visit 61.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
W.G. (BILL) HEFNER SALISBURY VA MEDICAL CENTER (SALSBURY)
SALISBURY · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
NOVANT HEALTH ROWAN MEDICAL CENTER
SALISBURY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Salisbury 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 · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Salisbury, NC? ▼
Salisbury, NC has a population of 149,875 people, located in Rowan County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Salisbury? ▼
The median household income in Salisbury, NC is $65,725 per year. The poverty rate is 16%.
What is the median home value in Salisbury? ▼
The median home value in Salisbury, NC is $238,400. Median rent is $1,013/month.
What are the top health concerns in Salisbury? ▼
The top health indicators in Salisbury include High Blood Pressure (37.7%), Obesity (37.4%), Short Sleep Duration (30.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Salisbury? ▼
Salisbury has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Salisbury? ▼
The median age in Salisbury, NC is 40.4 years. 23.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Salisbury, NC is located in Rowan County, North Carolina. With a population of 150K and a median household income of $65,725, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Salisbury 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 (Rowan 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.