Kannapolis

Kannapolis, North Carolina Overview

Kannapolis scores 53.3/100 overall (B), ranking #8 of 20 cities in North Carolina — below the state composite of 53.7. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 14/100.

Income & Employment in Kannapolis

The median household income in Kannapolis is $70,691, 6% above the statewide median of $66,880. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is higher than the state’s 3.5%. Population grew 1.7% recently.

Safety in Kannapolis

At 226.6 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Kannapolis sits meaningfully below the North Carolina average of 380 — a 68% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1993.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Kannapolis

The median home value is $245,500. Median monthly rent is $1,168. Renters spend 19.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Kannapolis

The adult obesity rate in Kannapolis is 36.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.9%. Residents report an average of 18 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Carolina ranks #32 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kannapolis

Kannapolis has a high school graduation rate of 90.3%. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,541. The city has 11 public schools serving 7,578 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Kannapolis

Kannapolis enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 62.9°F. Summers average 77.7°F. Winters average 49.9°F. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches.

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