Weddington

Union County, North Carolina

Population 251K |Median income $102,900 |1 hospital

Population

250,958

Union County

Median Income

$102,900

+51% vs avg

Median Home Value

$417,300

+83% vs avg

Median Age

39.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

251K+22%

Median Income

$102,900+56%

Median Home Value

$417,300+115%

Poverty Rate

7.7%-18%

Unemployment

4.2%-55%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,496/mo

Poverty Rate

7.7% -46% vs avg

Unemployment 4.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 40.5%

Work From Home 19.5%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 69.2%

African American 11.2%

Asian 4.5%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

33.6%

Obesity

33.4%

Short Sleep Duration

31.6%

Physical Inactivity

21.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.8%

Binge Drinking

15.6%

Current Smoking

11.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.6%

Diabetes

10.5%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.3%

Annual Checkup 79.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.5%

Stroke

2.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ATRIUM HEALTH UNION

MONROE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Weddington Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 · 36m 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 Weddington, NC? ▼

Weddington, NC has a population of 250,958 people, located in Union County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Weddington? ▼

The median household income in Weddington, NC is $102,900 per year. The poverty rate is 7.7%.

What is the median home value in Weddington? ▼

The median home value in Weddington, NC is $417,300. Median rent is $1,496/month.

What are the top health concerns in Weddington? ▼

The top health indicators in Weddington include High Blood Pressure (33.6%), Obesity (33.4%), Short Sleep Duration (31.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Weddington? ▼

Weddington has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Weddington? ▼

The median age in Weddington, NC is 39.2 years. 40.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Weddington, NC is located in Union County, North Carolina. With a population of 251K and a median household income of $102,900, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Weddington 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 (Union 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.