Mooresville, NC Local Data & Statistics

State: NC

Total population: 52,381 Household income: $89,647 Rent: $1,626

Overview

Total population

52,381

Rent

$1,626

Year built

2006

Household income

$89,647

Per capita income

$44,111

Poverty rate

7.3%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

41.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

North Carolina

Total population

52,381

Adults over 25

34,744

Total households

20,009

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$89,647

Per capita income

$44,111

Poverty rate

7.3%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Rent over 30% of income

41.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,626

Year built

2006

Households that rent

41.7%

Households that own

58.3%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

71%

Black

12.2%

Asian

4.4%

Two or more races

8.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

8.3%

Not Hispanic or Latino

91.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

80.9%

Commute time to work

25 mins

Work from home

19.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

24.4%

High school graduate or GED

20%

Some college or associate degree

10%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

45.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Mooresville, NC with: North Carolina United States

Mooresville, NC

Total population52,381

Rent$1,626

Year built2006

Household income$89,647

Per capita income$44,111

Poverty rate7.3%

Unemployment rate3.2%

North Carolina State

Total population10,730,404

Rent$1,228

Year built1991

Household income$72,388

Per capita income$41,385

Poverty rate13%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	TownMooresville, NC	StateNorth Carolina	CountryUnited States
Total population	52,381	10,730,404	334,922,499
Rent	$1,626	$1,228	$1,413
Year built	2006	1991	1980
Household income	$89,647	$72,388	$80,734
Per capita income	$44,111	$41,385	$44,673
Poverty rate	7.3%	13%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	3.6%	4%

View the complete comparison of Mooresville, NC, North Carolina and United States →

Summary for Mooresville, NC

Mooresville is located in North Carolina.

Rent & Income

In Mooresville, the typical monthly rent is $1,626 and the typical household income is $89,647. Rent here is higher than in both North Carolina and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 7.3%, which is lower than in both North Carolina and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 41.7% of households. About 41.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 45.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is lower than both North Carolina and the national rate.

Mooresville, NC — Rent vs Household Income

Mooresville, NC — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Mooresville, NC compares in North Carolina (22 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,626	19 / 22	from lower rent	$957 – $1,902
Household income	$89,647	5 / 22	from higher income	$49,748 – $144,135
Poverty rate	7.3%	5 / 22	from lower poverty	2.2% – 24.6%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	7 / 22	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 7.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in North Carolina with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Mooresville, NC

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Mooresville places 19th among 22 large places in North Carolina. Across the state, rents run from $957 in Rocky Mount, NC up to $1,902 in Apex, NC.

Household income

In terms of household income, Mooresville comes in 5th among 22 major places. Across North Carolina, income levels vary from $49,748 in Greenville, NC to $144,135 in Apex, NC.

Poverty rate

Mooresville places 5th out of 22 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 2.2% in Apex, NC up to 24.6% in Greenville, NC.

Unemployment rate

For unemployment, Mooresville ranks 7th out of 22 large places. Across North Carolina, unemployment ranges from 2.5% in Apex, NC to 7.2% in Asheville, NC.

💰 Rent in Mooresville, NC (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,626 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Mooresville, NC

Annual Household Income: $89,647

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Mooresville, NC

Estimated Rate: 7.3%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Mooresville, NC

In Mooresville, NC, households that rent: 8,341 (41.7%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,341	41.7%
Owner-Occupied	11,668	58.3%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Mooresville, NC

In Mooresville, NC, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,481 (41.7%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,481	41.7%
Other renter households	4,860	58.3%
Total renter households	8,341	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Mooresville, NC

Less than High School: 8,487 people (24.4%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 6,949 people (20%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,490 people (10%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 15,818 people (45.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 34,744

📊 Unemployment Rate in Mooresville, NC

Estimated Rate: 3.2%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.