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Belmont, North Carolina Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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Belmont, North Carolina is a small, suburban town located in Gaston County, just west of Charlotte. With a population of around 10,000 people, Belmont is a perfect place to live for those who want the convenience and amenities of city life without all the hustle and bustle.

The area was once home to Native Americans who lived off the land, but by 1846 settlers had begun to move in and establish businesses. Belmont was officially incorporated as a town in 1872.

The downtown area of Belmont is quaint and picturesque with its historic buildings, small shops and restaurants. It’s easy to find something to do here whether it’s shopping for antiques or grabbing a bite at one of the many eateries. There are also several parks nearby such as Stowe Park which offers plenty of outdoor activities like fishing, boating and hiking.

Education is important in Belmont with several public schools including Cramerton Middle School and Stuart W Cramer High School as well as private schools like Gaston Day School and South Point Christian Academy. The local college scene includes Gardner-Webb University which offers undergraduate degrees in areas such as education, business administration and nursing among other fields.

Belmont also has plenty to offer when it comes to entertainment options with its variety of bars, restaurants and movie theaters that provide an array of activities for both locals and visitors alike. There are also festivals held throughout the year such as the annual Fall Festival that features live music, arts & crafts vendors and other attractions that draw crowds from all over North Carolina.

For those who love nature there are several parks nearby including Crowders Mountain State Park which offers camping sites along with trails for biking or hiking through some beautiful scenery. Those looking for more active pursuits can check out Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden where you can take part in educational workshops or take leisurely strolls through its many gardens filled with colorful flowers and plants from around the world.

Belmont is truly an ideal place for those looking for that perfect balance between city life and small town charm without having to sacrifice any amenities or entertainment options that come along with living in an urban area like Charlotte just minutes.

Population: 8,705. Estimated population in July 2024: 8,779 (+0.9% change)
Males: 4,156 (47.7%), Females: 4,549 (52.3%)

Zip code: 28012

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.9 years
Median household income: $38,819
Median house value: $94,400

Population by Race

Races in Belmont:

  • White Non-Hispanic (83.2%)
  • Black (10.1%)
  • Hispanic (2.5%)
  • Vietnamese (1.7%)
  • Other race (1.3%)
  • Two or more races (1.0%)
  • American Indian (0.7%)
  • Asian Indian (0.6%)

Ancestries: United States (14.3%), German (12.0%), Irish (10.0%), English (8.5%), Scotch-Irish (3.7%), Scottish (2.3%).

Land area: 8.1 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Belmont

  • High school or higher: 76.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 22.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.3%
  • Unemployed: 13.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 21.1 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Belmont city

  • Never married: 19.6%
  • Now married: 56.4%
  • Separated: 4.2%
  • Widowed: 9.3%
  • Divorced: 10.4%

5.1% Foreign born (2.0% Asia, 1.7% Latin America, 0.9% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: -349 (-3.9%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Belmont:

  • GASTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 13 miles; GASTONIA, NC)
  • CHARLOTTE INSTITUTE OF REHABILITATION (about 13 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC)
  • MERCY HOSPITAL INC (about 15 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Belmont:

  • CHARLOTTE/DOUGLAS INTL (about 8 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC; Abbreviation: CLT)
  • HICKORY REGIONAL (about 42 miles; HICKORY, NC; Abbreviation: HKY)
  • SMITH REYNOLDS (about 84 miles; WINSTON SALEM, NC; Abbreviation: INT)

Other public-use airports nearest to Belmont:

  • GASTONIA MUNI (about 8 miles; GASTONIA, NC; Abbreviation: AKH)
  • LINCOLNTON-LINCOLN COUNTY RGNL (about 18 miles; LINCOLNTON, NC; Abbreviation: IPJ)
  • ROCK HILL/YORK CO/BRYANT FIELD (about 18 miles; ROCK HILL, SC; Abbreviation: UZA)

Amtrak stations near Belmont:

  • 10 miles: GASTONIA (350 HANCOCK ST.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.
  • 15 miles: CHARLOTTE (1914 N. TYRON ST.). Services: ticket office, partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/Universities in Belmont:

  • BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE (Full-time enrollment: 831; Location: BELMONT RD; Private, not-for-profit)
  • NORTH CAROLINA CENTER FOR APPLIED TEXTILE TECHN (Location: 7220 WILKINSON BLVD; Public)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Belmont:

  • GASTON COLLEGE (about 12 miles; DALLAS, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,473)
  • CENTRAL PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 17 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 7,967)
  • WINTHROP UNIVERSITY (about 20 miles; ROCK HILL, SC; Full-time enrollment: 4,976)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE (about 22 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 13,706)
  • YORK TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 23 miles; ROCK HILL, SC; Full-time enrollment: 2,221)
  • CATAWBA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 39 miles; HICKORY, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,052)
  • GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; BOILING SPRINGS, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,563)

Schools

Public high school in Belmont:

  • SOUTH POINT HIGH (Students: 1,104; Location: 906 S POINT ROAD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high school in Belmont:

  • GASTON CHR SCHOOL (Students: 831; Location: 200 MERCY DRIVE; Grades: PK – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Belmont:

  • BELMONT MIDDLE (Students: 713; Location: 110 N CENTRAL AVENUE; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • BELMONT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (Students: 666; Location: 310 EAGLE ROAD; Grades: PK – 05)
  • NORTH BELMONT ELEMENTARY (Students: 385; Location: 210 SCHOOL STREET; Grades: PK – 05)
  • CATAWBA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (Students: 330; Location: 101 IVEY STREET; Grades: PK – 05)
  • J B PAGE ELEMENTARY (Students: 243; Location: 215 EWING DRIVE; Grades: PK – 05)

Private primary/middle school in Belmont:

  • GASTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 303; Location: 309 BELMONT RD; Grades: KG – 6)

 

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