Living in Cabarrus County, North Carolina

Cabarrus County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 196,762, part of the Charlotte-Gastonia-Concord, NC-SC MSA metro area. The main communities are Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,840/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $368K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 53°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Cabarrus County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.