Cleveland, North Carolina
Cleveland profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cleveland is a geographic entity located in Cleveland County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 100,991. The land area covers 464.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100,991 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 38,850 | ±585 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 44,304 | ±71 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 38,850 | ±585 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,454 | ±586 |
| Median Home Value | $200,000 | ±$8,612 |
| Median Gross Rent | $914 | ±$50 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,534 | ±$2,730 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,294 | ±$1,079 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 16,432 | ±1,602 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 45,005 | ±1,240 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 102,194 (2024)
ID: 194939
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DIRECTOR
PO BOX 1210, SHELBY NC 28151-1210
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Cleveland | PK-05 | Cleveland, NC | |
| Regular School Cleveland | PK-05 | Cleveland, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bessemer City, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clover, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Kings Mountain, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Blacksburg, SC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Shelby, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawndale, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lawndale, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Casar, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cleveland Community College
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College | 5.2 mi away | 137 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC, 28152-6224 |
7046694081
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CLEVELAND COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 104 HOWIE DR, SHELBY, NC, 28150 |
(704) 487-9069
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Gardner-Webb University
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College | 8.7 mi away | Main St, Boiling Springs, NC, 28017-0997 |
7044062361
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SPANGLER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 112 PIEDMONT DR, LAWNDALE, NC, 28090 |
(704) 538-7005
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Limestone University
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College | 19.9 mi away | 1115 College Drive, Gaffney, SC, 29340-3799 |
86448971510
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CHERRYVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 605 E MAIN ST, CHERRYVILLE, NC, 28021 |
(704) 769-8190
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Isothermal Community College
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College | 20.0 mi away | 286 ICC Loop Road, Spindale, NC, 28160-0804 |
8282863636
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JACOB MAUNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 100 S PIEDMONT AVE, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC, 28086 |
(704) 739-2371
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Gaston College
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College | 20.8 mi away | 201 Hwy 321 S, Dallas, NC, 28034 |
7049226200
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HAYNES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 2669 HWY 221A, MOORESBORO, NC, 28114 |
(828) 288-4039
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SHELBY 2 NW, NC US, located 1.8 miles from Cleveland. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.6° | 26.9° | 39.8° | 4.31" | 1.8" |
| February | 56.5° | 29.5° | 43.0° | 3.36" | 0.6" |
| March | 64.1° | 36.0° | 50.1° | 4.68" | 0.7" |
| April | 73.1° | 44.5° | 58.8° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.1° | 54.0° | 67.1° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 62.1° | 74.6° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 65.9° | 78.3° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.9° | 64.8° | 76.8° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.3° | 58.1° | 70.7° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.9° | 45.1° | 59.5° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.6° | 34.6° | 49.1° | 3.98" | 0.1" |
| December | 55.1° | 29.4° | 42.2° | 4.43" | 0.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Kingstown town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Lawndale town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| Light Oak CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Lattimore town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Fallston town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3704590686. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.