Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 5,163
Population Density 1,216 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 2,688
Male Population 2,475
Median Age 34.73 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 54%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College GASTON COLLEGE
Distance to GASTON COLLEGE 5 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE
Distance to BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE 14 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 1,984
Family Households 1,366
Average Family Size 3.2
Average Household Income $47,511
Median Household Income $40,041
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 54%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 1.09
Total Crime Risk (County) 1.30
Personal Crime Risk (County) 1.13
Murder Risk (County) 1.37
Rape Risk (County) 0.81
Robbery Risk 1.09
Assault Risk (County) 1.25
Property Risk (County) 1.24
Burglary Risk (County) 1.71
Larceny Risk (County) 1.24
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.67

Environment

Average July High Temperature 89.3° F
Average January Low Temperature 28.6° F
Annual Precipitation 44.8 inches
Air Pollution Index 93% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6.75%
Nearest Airport CHARLOTTE/DOUGLAS INTL
Distance to CHARLOTTE/DOUGLAS INTL 20 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team CHARLOTTE KNIGHTS (AAA)
Distance to CHARLOTTE KNIGHTS (AAA) 24 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
BESSEMER CITY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51400 PUETTS CHAPEL RD, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
BESSEMER CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8525 ED WILSON RD, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
BESSEMER CITY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12119 YELLOW JACKET LN, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
BESSEMER CITY PRIMARY SCHOOLK - 31320 N 12TH ST, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
TRYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 52620 TRYON COURTHOUSE RD, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOLK - 6123 W PENNSYLVANIA AVE, BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSFIRST NATIONAL BANK1225 GASTONIA HWY BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
BANKSSUN TRUST BANK125 E VIRGINIA AVE BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK2018 HEPHZIBAH CHURCH RD BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
28016226$83,368$94,293
Displaying 1-7 of 7 in $5-200k range
ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME!! Energy Star certified home, Energy Star rated windows, fiberglass doors (energy efficient), security lighting, ceiling fans, central vac, computerized whole house ventilation, gas fireplace, Energy Star rated 14 Seer heat pump, ceramic tile, oversized driveway. This is 'one of a kind home'. Totally energy efficient. A must see.
 213 W Maine Ave
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$128,900

Clean, updated ranch with big fenced yard. Tastefully decorated. New appliances including upgraded refrigerator, range and washer/dryer. Roof 5 years old (per seller). Central air and heat. Plumbing and fixtures are updated. Storage shed and utility closet are outside. You'll love the neighborhood.
 112 Mountain View Ln
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$115,000

Absolutely adorable, tucked away on a dead end drive, rocking chair front porch, covered patio, nicely landscaped, new vinyl floor in laundry room and kitchen, gas logs in FP, updated colors, utility room and utility building. Shows beautifully, first to show may be first to sell.
 403 Hartford Ave
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$92,900

 130 Helen Ave
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$89,900

Good starter, fenced yard, close to schools, storage bldg., hardwood floors.
 115 Sunset Ln
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$87,900

Good investment, has been updated. Corporate home addendums required. Sold As-Is.
 501 E Maryland Ave
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$33,300

City water, city sewer and gas are available on this property.  Buyer to check with Bessemer City planning to verify intended use.  Land is in a water shed area per seller.
 0 Ramseur Rd
 Bessemer City, NC 28016
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$26,000


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