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Mint Hill, NC

Mint Hill is a suburban town in southeastern Mecklenburg and northwestern Union counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina, it is a major suburb on the outskirts of Charlotte and near the Cabarrus County line. The population was 22,722 at the 2010 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 21.3 square miles (55 km²), of which 21.2 square miles (55 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.19%) is water.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 26,450 people, 9,627 households, and 7,386 families residing in the town.

At the 2000 census, there were 14,922 people, 5,581 households, and 4,431 families living in the town. The population density was 702.9 people per square mile (271.4 people/km²). There were 5,763 housing units at an average density of 271.5 per square mile (104.8/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 78.42% White, 12.34% African American, 0.61% Native American, 2.53% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 4.08% from other races, and 1.99% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.29%.

Of the 5,581 households, 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.6% were non-families. 16.4% of households were one person and 5.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median household income was $60,822 and the median family income was $67,055. Males had a median income of $45,368 versus $30,467 for females. The per capita income for the town was $26,487. About 2.9% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.

The children of Mint Hill within Mecklenburg County attend Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Elementary schools in the Mint Hill city limits include Bain, Lebanon Road, and Mint Hill. Clear Creek Elementary is across from the Mint Hill city limits and serves a section of Mint Hill. Another section of Mint Hill is zoned to J. H. Gunn Elementary School. Middle schools serving Mint Hill include Northeast Middle, and Mint Hill Middle, both in Mint Hill, as well as Albermarle Road Middle School, outside of Mint Hill. High school students in Mecklenburg County attend either Independence High School in Mint Hill, Rocky River High School in Mint Hill, or David W. Butler High School in Matthews. Charter schools Queen's Grant Community School and Queen's Grant High School are also located in the town. Mint Hill is served by a branch of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

Mint Hill places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, providing its residents with access to quality healthcare services. Atrium Health Primary Care serves as a healthcare hub for the community, offering comprehensive medical care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Mint Hill Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Mint Hill Functional Fitness, Snap Fitness, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Mint Hill, such as the Mint Hill Veterans Memorial Park and Mint Hill Founders Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Mint Hill, NC are Carl J. McEwen Historic Village, Discovery Place Science, Mint Museum Uptown.

Population: 26,450 (2020). ZIP Code: 28227. Area codes: 704, 980. Elevation: 768 ft (234 m). Area: 24.64 sq mi (63.82 km²).

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What are the demographics of Mint Hill, NC?

Mint Hill, NC is home to a population of 26.5k people, of which 96.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 10.6% of Mint Hill, NC residents were born outside of the country (2.81k people). In 2022, there were 4.73 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (19.1k people) in Mint Hill, NC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 4.04k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 1.01k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Mint Hill, NC?

Mint Hill was first settled in 1750, years before the American Revolution, and has evolved from an agricultural town into a flourishing suburban community while maintaining its small-town charm.  The region now known as Mint Hill was initially home to Native American tribes who thrived on hunting and farming. The first European settlers in the area were the Scotch-Irish and German immigrants who came around the mid-1700s. These early settlers discovered the fertility of the area’s soil and developed farming communities.

What is the crime rate in Mint Hill, NC?

Mint Hill has an overall crime rate of 10 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Mint Hill is 1 in 96. How does Mint Hill fare compared to other communities in North Carolina of all population sizes? Mint Hill's crime rate is lower than approximately 61% of North Carolina communities.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Mint Hill

Atrium Health Primary Care 

Mint Hill Parks and Recreation Department 

Mint Hill Functional Fitness

Snap Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Mint Hill Veterans Memorial Park 

Mint Hill Founders Park

Carl J. McEwen Historic Village

Discovery Place Science

Mint Museum Uptown

Data USA

All American Fire Protection

Neighborhood Scout

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