What is the population of Locust, North Carolina?

Locust has a population of approximately 5,840 according to the latest available open data.

Where is Locust, North Carolina located?

Locust is located in North Carolina, United States, at approximate coordinates 35.2686°, -80.4367°.

What is the median household income in Locust?

The median household income in Locust is approximately $76,504 based on the most recent open data.

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Locust

Total population

5,840

Median home value

$322,100

22.5%

Bachelor's+

Median income

$76,504

Locust$77k

National$74k

Elevation219 m

Land area21.06 km²

Weather59°F · Clear

Coordinates35.27°, -80.44°

Demographic figures from US Census Bureau · ACS 5-year estimates. Overview below cites Wikipedia and may reference a different year.

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City facts

Elevation

219 m

Area

21.06 km²

Official website

www.locustnc.com

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Overview

Locust is a small rural city in Stanly and Cabarrus counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2020 census, Locust had a population of 4,537. It has seen substantial growth lately due to the urban sprawl from the Charlotte area.

History & geography

Geography

Locust is located in southwestern Stanly County. Through annexations, the city limits now extend west into Cabarrus County. Locust is bordered by the town of Stanfield to the south. The center of Locust is at the intersection of combined North Carolina Highway 24/27 with North Carolina Highway 200. NC 24/27 leads east to Albemarle and west to the Charlotte area. Via NC 27 it is to the Charlotte center city. NC 200 leads northwest to US 601 and provides a route to Concord, away, and leads southwest to Monroe. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Locust has a total area of , with no significant water bodies.

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