Furr township, North Carolina
Furr township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Furr township is a geographic entity located in Stanly County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 13,888. The land area covers 59.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,888 | ±827 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,056 | ±317 | 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 | 5,282 | ±355 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,056 | ±317 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 226 | ±118 |
| Median Home Value | $313,700 | ±$23,429 |
| Median Gross Rent | $838 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,786 | ±$13,963 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,765 | ±$2,577 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,903 | ±660 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,418 | ±592 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±3.4% |
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: 67,326 (2024)
ID: 171115
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
1000 N 1ST ST, SUITE 10, ALBEMARLE NC 28001-2847
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Concord, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Harrisburg, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Albemarle, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Albemarle, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Norwood, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mint Hill, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Midland, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Concord, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Concord, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Concord, 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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Stanly Community College
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College | 12.5 mi away | 141 College Drive, Albemarle, NC, 28001 |
7049820121
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LOCUST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 213 TOWN CENTRE DR, LOCUST, NC, 28097 |
(704) 888-0103
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Wingate University
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College | 17.4 mi away | 301 E. Wilson Street, Wingate, NC, 28174-0159 |
7042338000
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MIDLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 4297 C HWY 24/27 E, MIDLAND, NC, 28107 |
(704) 920-2040
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Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
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College | 17.4 mi away | 401 Medical Park Drive, Concord, NC, 28025-3959 |
7044031555
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OAKBORO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 214 S MAIN ST, OAKBORO, NC, 28129 |
(704) 485-4310
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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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College | 18.3 mi away | 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001 |
7046872000
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MT. PLEASANT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 8556 COOK ST, MT. PLEASANT, NC, 28124 |
(704) 920-2202
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte
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College | 18.7 mi away | 7421 E. Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28227-9403 |
9807850700
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MINT HILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 6840 MATTHEWS-MINT HILL RD, CHARLOTTE, NC, 28227 |
(704) 416-5200
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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 CONCORD, NC US, located 15.2 miles from Furr township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.8° | 28.9° | 40.8° | 3.68" | 1.1" |
| February | 56.7° | 31.4° | 44.1° | 3.12" | 1.3" |
| March | 64.5° | 38.1° | 51.3° | 4.10" | 0.4" |
| April | 74.1° | 46.8° | 60.4° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.4° | 56.1° | 68.8° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.4° | 64.9° | 76.6° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 68.7° | 80.3° | 5.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.8° | 67.2° | 78.5° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.0° | 60.5° | 72.2° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.4° | 47.9° | 61.1° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.9° | 37.2° | 50.5° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.6° | 31.6° | 43.6° | 3.51" | 0.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanfield town | Town | 0.7 mi | — |
| Locust city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Red Cross town | Town | 4.7 mi | — |
| Oakboro town | Town | 4.8 mi | — |
| Midland town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
| Fairview town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3716791196. • 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.