Iredell County, NC

Description

Why Build in Iredell County?

 

Growth Surge: Rising Population, Income, and Housing Demand

Iredell County has experienced notable population growth, increasing from 159,437 in 2010 to an estimated 203,546 in 2024, reflecting a growth rate of approximately 27.7% over 14 years. This surge is accompanied by economic prosperity, with the median household income rising from $66,824 in 2021 to $78,678 in 2023, marking a 17.7% increase over two years.

The median value of owner-occupied housing units in Iredell County was $292,300 between 2019 and 2023. However, the county has experienced a shortage of housing inventory, with only 4,354 building permits issued in 2023, underscoring the pressing need for new residential developments.

Excellent Schools and Low Crime Rate

Iredell County boasts a high school graduation rate of 93.3%, surpassing state and national averages. Additionally, the county’s violent crime rate is 20.6 per 100,000 residents, slightly lower than the national average of 22.7, contributing to a safe and conducive environment for families.

Population
199,710
Median Income
$77,638
Median Home Price
$264,634
Housing Affordability Index
120

Median Home Value

Block

$264,634

Tract

$213,697

Zip

$213,521

Price Appreciation Since 2011

Tract

2.12X

Zip

2.13X

County

2.05X

County Schools

Woodland Heights Elementary School: 8.4/10

The Brawley School: 8.5/10

Crossroads Arts Sciences Early College: 8.7/10

Median Income

County

$73,201

State

$64,316

National

$72,603

Forecasted Income Growth

Tract

3.3%

Zip

0.58%

Crime

Overall Crime Index: 1.78X

Property Crime Index: 1.75X

Personal Crime Index: 1.57X

Median Home Value

Block

$264,634

Tract

$213,697

Zip

$213,521

Price Appreciation Since 2011

Tract

2.12X

Zip

2.13X

County

2.05X

Median Income

County

$73,201

State

$64,316

National

$72,603

Forecasted Income Growth

Tract

3.3%

Zip

0.58%

County Schools

Woodland Heights Elementary School: 8.4/10

The Brawley School: 8.5/10

Crossroads Arts Sciences Early College: 8.7/10

Crime

Overall Crime Index: 1.78X

Property Crime Index: 1.75X

Personal Crime Index: 1.57X