Living in Gaston County, North Carolina

Gaston County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 213,442, part of the Charlotte-Gastonia-Concord, NC-SC MSA metro area. The main communities are Gastonia, Mount Holly, Kings Mountain.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,692/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $286K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

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

Demographics

Gaston County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.