Cornelius, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Mecklenburg County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Cornelius based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
32,009
2023 ACS
Median Income
$114,688
2023
Median Home Value
$512,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,571
2023
Median Age
44.8
Unemployment
3.6%
Cost of Living Index
163.0
100 = national avg
Cornelius is a city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, with a population of 32,009 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Cornelius is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Cornelius is $114,688, and the median home value is $512,400. The cost of living index is 163.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,571 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, and the median age is 44.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
32,009
Male
15,061
47.1%
Female
16,948
52.9%
Median Age
44.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
42.9%
High School or Higher
51.0%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
4.8%
Married
49.9%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.272
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
84.7%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
6.1%
1,965 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
93.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
30,739
English Only
91.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,164 speakers
Limited English
3.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.2%
Limited English Proficiency
3.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,534
4.8% of population
Disability Rate
24.4%
375 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$72,188
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,460
95.2%
Female Veterans
74
4.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$72,188
Non-Veteran Income
$58,160
Difference
$14,028
24.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
375
Without Disability
1,159
Disability Rate
24.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
29,293
#1 Ancestry
German
18.5% (5,922)
#2 Ancestry
English
18.3% (5,862)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
14.5% (4,626)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,618
Family Households
9,140
67.1%
Married Couples
7,671
56.3%
Non-Family Households
4,478
32.9%
Single Mother Households
1,105
8.1%
Single Father Households
364
2.7%
Living Alone
3,826
28.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,668
In Married Couple
5,392
80.9%
With Single Mother
770
11.5%
With Single Father
506
7.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$156,219
Married Couple Income
$175,520
Single Mother Income
$67,933
Single Father Income
$95,000
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
403
Grandparents Responsible
118
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$114,688
+57% vs national
Per Capita Income
$81,937
+120% vs national
Poverty Rate
4.4%
-68% vs national
Gini Index
0.5325
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.6%
-30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
1.8%
of households
How Cornelius Compares
Cornelius vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Cornelius is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Cornelius, NC has a median household income of $114,688, making it the 3,193rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher median household income than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Cornelius, NC has a per capita income of $81,937, making it the 977th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher per capita income than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Cornelius, NC has a poverty rate of 4.4%, making it the 24,638th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher poverty rate than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Cornelius, NC has a unemployment rate of 3.6%, making it the 15,622nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher unemployment rate than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Cornelius. The median household income here is $114,688.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
-37% vs NC avg
Labor Force
16,999
Employed
16,379
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
42.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
44.8
Work from Home
26.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$132.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
163.0
100 = national avg
+63.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,713
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$169,504
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,538
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,686
per month
The median household income in Cornelius, NC is $114,688, which is 56.6% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $81,937. The poverty rate of 4.4% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5325, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 16,999. 42.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 26.5% working from home. About 66.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 163.0, which is 63.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 202.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,713 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$537,500
Median List Price
$646,250
Price Per Sq Ft
$311
Days on Market
95
Active Inventory
129
Months of Supply
3.4
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$513,482
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,758
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
37.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
38
New Listings
40
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$311
Median List $/SF
$283
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Cornelius, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area, home prices have risen 496.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 163.1%. The 10-year growth rate is 132.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 63.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 7.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC housing market rather than Cornelius alone.
Metro area: Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
Cornelius vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Cornelius is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Cornelius, NC has a median home value of $512,400, making it the 2,875th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher median home value than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Cornelius, NC has a median rent of $1,571, making it the 3,705th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher median rent than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Cornelius, NC has a price per square foot of $311, making it the 3,349th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher price per square foot than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Cornelius, NC has a rent burden of 16.4%, making it the 14,430th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Cornelius has a higher rent burden than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$512,400
Median Rent
$1,571
Total Housing Units
14,777
Vacancy Rate
7.8%
Owner Occupied
69.7%
Renter Occupied
30.3%
Median Property Tax
$3,515
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,861
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,515
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
of home value
Median Home Value
$512,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,296
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,515) by the median home value ($512,400). In Cornelius, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.69%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Cornelius, NC is $537,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 95 days on the market. 13.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $311. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,758/month. About 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2002. There are 14,777 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,515. The effective tax rate is 0.69%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.04
per 1,000 residents
-60% vs national
Property Crime Rate
10.36
per 1,000 residents
-40% vs national
Total Crimes
384
2024
Violent Clearance
29%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-27.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Cornelius Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Cornelius vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Cornelius is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Cornelius police solve 39% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 7 | 0.21 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 4 | 0.12 | 25.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 23 | 0.68 | 39.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 55 | 1.63 | 10.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 269 | 7.98 | 6.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 25 | 0.74 | 0.0% |
Cornelius, NC reported 35 violent crimes and 349 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.04 per 1,000 residents is 60.1% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 29% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 269 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 26.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35 | 349 | 1.04 | 10.36 |
| 2023 | 47 | 284 | 1.44 | 8.69 |
| 2022 | 42 | 320 | 1.32 | 10.07 |
| 2021 | 38 | 358 | 1.21 | 11.38 |
| 2020 | 39 | 355 | 1.26 | 11.49 |
| 2016 | 27 | 313 | 0.94 | 10.88 |
| 2015 | 35 | 388 | 1.24 | 13.79 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.1
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
17.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
59.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
16
Public Assistance
$289.5M
Individual Assistance
$1.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $892K | $427K |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $281.7M | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $493K | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $1K |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $5.8M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $585K | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Hurricane Hugo → | Hurricane | Sep 1989 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Aug 1977 | — | — |
| Drought & Freezing → | Snowstorm | Mar 1977 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,881
Total Claims Paid
$61,526,507
Avg Claim Payout
$21,356
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
46
Federal Funding
$30,267,527
Properties Protected
230
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.08
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 35 | $29,867,190 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 4 | $39,629 |
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $32,696 |
| 200.2: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 1 | $0 |
| 106.1: Other Non Construction (Regular Project Only) | 1 | $90,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Cornelius has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, lightning, ice storm. The area has had 16 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (6 declarations). 2,881 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $289,465,347 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,908,120 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 46 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
25.8%
10.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.6%
3.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
4.3pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.1%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
28.3%
Lack of Support
18.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
23.8%
Mobility
9.4%
Cognitive
10.6%
Hearing
6.0%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.4%
Independent Living
5.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Cornelius has an obesity rate of 25.8%, which is 10.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. 79.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.8 mi
Novant Health Huntersville Med...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center | 4.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Lake Norman Regional Medical Center | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health University City | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health | 18.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Iredell Memorial Hospital Inc | 18.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
1,142
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| THE HAMPSHIRES S/D | 561 | 0 |
| CHINQUAPIN DEVELOPMENT | 259 | 0 |
| MOBILE HOME PARK HAVEN | 142 | 1 |
| SD, SOUTH PARK LLC | 97 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS ESTATES | 53 | 0 |
| CROWDER RIDGE MHP | 30 | 0 |
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-22% vs national
Drive Alone
66.2%
-16% vs national
Public Transit
0.7%
-19% vs national
Work From Home
26.5%
+185% vs national
Carpool
4.3%
Walk / Bike
1.7%
combined
How Cornelius's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
4-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Cornelius, NC is 18 minutes, which is 21.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 66.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 26.5% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 4.3% of workers carpool. 0.9% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
96.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
88.9%
of households
No Internet
3.0%
of households
Total Households
13,618
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.1%
of households
Smartphone
95.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
91.2%
of households
Tablet
76.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Cornelius vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Population Served
1,142
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE HAMPSHIRES S/D | Community | Ground water | 561 | 0 |
| CHINQUAPIN DEVELOPMENT | Community | Ground water | 259 | 0 |
| MOBILE HOME PARK HAVEN | Community | Ground water | 142 | 1 |
| SD, SOUTH PARK LLC | Community | Ground water | 97 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 53 | 0 |
| CROWDER RIDGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 30 | 0 |
96.4% of households in Cornelius have broadband internet access. 88.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.0% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 1,142 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Cornelius is located in Mecklenburg County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Cornelius.
Election Overview
Source: Mecklenburg County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
376,454
65.6%
GOP Votes
187,770
32.7%
Total Votes
573,679
Margin
D+32.9%
Shift from 2020
R+2.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 376,454 | 187,770 | 573,679 | 65.6% | 32.7% | D+32.9 |
| 2020 | 378,107 | 179,211 | 567,053 | 66.7% | 31.6% | D+35.1 |
| 2016 | 292,258 | 154,303 | 461,834 | 63.3% | 33.4% | D+29.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Mecklenburg County recorded 573,679 total votes. Democrats won the county with 65.6% of the vote compared to 32.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+32.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Mecklenburg County has shifted 3.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
178
Total Assets
$86.4M
Total Income
$67.3M
Per 10K Residents
55.6
nonprofits
+2.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
13
Median Assets
$146K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $74.1M of $86.4M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Cornelius
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCornelius, NC has 178 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $86.4M. The most common category is Education, with 34 organizations. 13 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 55.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
300
Total Approved
$169.7M
Jobs Supported
3,328
Per 10K Residents
93.7
SBA loans
+3.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
69
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
45 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1993–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
259
Total Amount
$147.7M
Avg Loan
$570,340
Median Loan
$220,000
SBA Guaranteed
$111.2M(75%)
Jobs Supported
2,822
Loans
41
Total Amount
$22.0M
Avg Loan
$535,951
Median Loan
$375,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
67
22% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$43.1M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$643,972
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayberry Solar Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Building Generosity Llc | 3 | $6.7M |
| Valworx Inc. | 1 | $4.6M |
| Jeepco | 1 | $4.3M |
| Shiva Hospitality L.l.c. | 3 | $3.7M |
| Smh Records Llc | 2 | $3.6M |
| Dr Richard R. Rolle Jr Pllc | 1 | $3.5M |
| Burn Hq Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Pkj Properties Llc | 1 | $3.3M |
| C Tek Lean Solutions Inc. | 2 | $3.1M |
Cornelius, NC has received 300 SBA loans totaling $169.7M in approved funding between 1993 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 259 loans (86% of the total), supporting 2,822 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 41 loans totaling $22.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Cornelius is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 45 loans. That works out to 93.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
242,341
Avg Median Income
$111,990
Avg Home Value
$495,243
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28031 | 31,021 | $115,746 | $497,400 | $1,587 | 14.0 |
| 28036 | 21,824 | $144,920 | $579,100 | $1,709 | 23.4 |
| 28037 | 27,128 | $109,779 | $455,700 | $1,126 | 44.7 |
| 28078 | 69,907 | $120,503 | $441,700 | $1,722 | 63.7 |
| 28115 | 42,862 | $86,724 | $330,500 | $1,193 | 74.6 |
| 28117 | 48,170 | $109,310 | $567,200 | $1,593 | 39.1 |
| 28682 | 1,429 | $96,949 | $595,100 | $1,519 | 3.8 |
Cornelius, NC has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 242,341. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $111,990. The average median home value is $495,243. The average median monthly rent is $1,493.
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