Forest City town, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Forest City town • Census GEOID: 3724080
• Rutherford County
Forest City town is an incorporated town in Rutherford County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Forest City town had an estimated population of 7,410 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Forest City town (GEOID 3724080).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Forest City
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 728, FOREST CITY NC 28043-0728
County Of Rutherford
County
Official Title:
Gis Coordinator
Address:
289 N MAIN ST, RUTHERFORDTON NC 28139-2549
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,410 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $35,524 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $160,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 8.82 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).