Living in Cleveland County, North Carolina

Cleveland County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 96,879. The main communities are Shelby, Boiling Springs, Belwood.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,366/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $192K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 52°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Cleveland County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.