Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
20%
Kings Mountain, NC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$816
Population
11,847
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Delight in small-town living on the cusp of Charlotte
Suburban
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Scenic
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Mountain Views
Situated about 30 miles west of Charlotte, Kings Mountain is a small town with a rich history. Kings Mountain was named after the Revolutionary War battle fought just five miles south of town and is often referred to as “The Historical City.” Downtown Kings Mountain is teeming with modern fixtures like cozy cafes, luxurious salons, and unique shops in rows of historic buildings.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Kings Mountain is convenient to an array of outdoor activities. Popular destinations for recreation include Crowders Mountain State Park, Kings Mountain State Park, and Rankin Lake Park.
Kings Mountain residents enjoy a small-town atmosphere within close proximity to larger cities like Charlotte, Gastonia, and Shelby. Close access to I-85, U.S. 74, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport allows for simple commutes and travels from Kings Mountain on a regular basis.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,639
Average: $61,521
Education
1,902
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,556
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Kings Mountain has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Kings Mountain, NC is $816 for one bedroom, $908 for two bedrooms, and $995 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kings Mountain has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$816/month
194 Sq Ft
House
$1,562/month
714 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Kings Mountain, NC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
515 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
515 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
290 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
263 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
214 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
712 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,236 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
- Kings Mountain National Military Park
- Crowders Mountain State Park
- Kings Mountain State Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Charlotte/Douglas International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.