Granite Falls Community Guide | Baker Realty of Lenoir, Inc.

Welcome to Granite Falls

Granite Falls is located in the southern portion of Caldwell County and is known for its popular lakes. Bordering Lake Hickory and Rhodhiss Lake, the small town of Granite Falls has lots of opportunities for boating, skiing and fishing! There are a number of waterfront housing developments along the lakes including Riverbend, Doe Run and Anchors Landing.

The southern part of Caldwell County is also known for its craftsmen, musicians and baseball, including hometown talents 2014 World Series MVP Madison Bumgarner and award winning country music singer-songwriter Eric Church.

Overview for Granite Falls, NC

4,898 people live in Granite Falls, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $28,817. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,898

Total Population

37.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$28,817

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Granite Falls, NC

Population Households Employment

Granite Falls has 1,766 households, with an average household size of 2.71. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Granite Falls do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,898 people call Granite Falls home. The population density is 990.7 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,898

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.2

Median Age

47.61 / 52.39%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,766

Total Households

2.71

Average Household Size

$28,817

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Granite Falls, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Granite Falls. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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