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Davidson

A vibrant suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, offering a location for renters and home buyers alike.
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Welcome to Davidson

“Vibe: Irresistible, Charming, Scholarly”

Inside this neighbourhoods guide about Davidson, in only a matter of minutes, you can see if it matches your lifestyle & financial needs. Leveraging both this guide & our team,  you’ll have an uncommon advantage in real estate investment.
 

Indepth Insights

University City 28269 is a vibrant suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, offering an location for renters and home buyers alike. This area is known for its beautiful housing stock, with a large selection of single-family homes and apartments in a variety of styles and prices. With a population density of over 1,300 people per square mile, this neighbourhoods offers plenty of accessible amenities and services, from grocery stores to schools. University City has an average commute time of under 20 minutes, making it a great choice for those looking to live close to their workplaces. With its excellent access to highways and public transportation, this charming suburb is the perfect place to settle down.
 
Average Income
$131,144
school 1
Area Schools
6
Median Home Price
$585,000
Price/Sqft
$243
distance to airport
To Airport
30 MILES
Days on Market
34
 

See How Living in Davidson Matches Your Lifestyle Needs

 
 

Key Highlights for Singles:

  • Summer Saturday Farmers Market: Local farmers offer fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more on Saturday mornings.
  • College Sports: Cheer on the Davidson Wildcats for football, basketball, baseball and other sports when all opens again!
  • Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and churches
  • Close proximity to Charlotte International Airport (20-30 minutes away)
  • Summer Saturday Farmer’s Market
  • Music in the Park
  • Davidson Christmas
  • Two lakes in the area
 
 

Key Highlights for Couples:

  • Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and churches
  • Summer Saturday Farmer’s Market
  • Music in the Park
  • Davidson Christmas
  • Low crime rate
  • Close proximity to Charlotte International Airport (20-30 minutes away)
  • Two lakes in the area
 
 

Key Highlights for Families:

  • Low crime rate
  • College sports (when all opens again!)
  • Two lakes in the area
  • Close proximity to Charlotte International Airport (20-30 minutes away)
  • Davidson Christmas
  • Music in the Park
  • Summer Saturday Farmer’s Market
  • Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and churches
 
 

Key Highlights for Seniors:

  • Small town charm with a slower pace and friendly neighbors
  • Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and churches
  • Summer Saturday Farmer’s Market
  • Music in the Park
  • Davidson Christmas
  • Low crime rate
  • Close proximity to Lake Norman
 
 

Key Highlights for Young Professionals:

  • College Sports: Cheer on the Davidson Wildcats for football, basketball, baseball and other sports when all opens again!
  • Summer Saturday Farmers Market: Local farmers offer fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more on Saturday mornings.
  • Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and churches
  • Summer Saturday Farmer’s Market
  • Music in the Park
  • Davidson Christmas
  • Low crime rate
  • Close proximity to Charlotte International Airport (20-30 minutes away)
  • Two lakes in the area
  • College sports (when all opens again!)
 
 

Key Highlights for Corporate Renters:

  • Shopping/dining, arts & culture, outdoor activities, family fun, and sports in vicinity
  • Close proximity to Charlotte International Airport (20-30 minutes away)
  • College sports
 
 

Key Highlights for Distant Relocators:

  • Plenty of Employment Opportunities Nearby
  • College Sports: Cheer on the Davidson Wildcats for football, basketball, baseball and other sports when all opens again!
  • Summer Saturday Farmers Market: Local farmers offer fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more on Saturday mornings.
  • Loaded w/ Mix of Arts & Culture, Shopping, Dining, Sports, & More
  • Variety of Festivals & Amusements To Keep Your Family Entertained
  • From Carowinds Amusement Park to Great Wolfe Lodge, Sea Life Aquarium, Charlotte Nature Mueseum, Nasscar Hall of Fame, and More
 

Nearby Schools

Davidson NC Area Schools & Associated Statewide Ranking
 

Public Schools

Children’s Community School – Public Charter School
  • Grades: K-12
  • Student-Teacher: 15:1
  • Rank: 8/10
 
Davidson Elementary – Public
  • Grades: K-5
  • Student-Teacher: 13:1
  • Rank: 7/10
 
Davidson Day School – Private
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Student-Teacher: UNKNOWN
  • Rank: UNRANKED

Private Schools

Davidson Day School
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Student-Teacher: 8:1
  • Ranking: #21
 
Cannon School
  • Grades: Pre-K to 12th
  • Student-Teacher: N/A
  • Ranking: #3
 
Covenant Day School
  • Grades: Pre-K to 12th
  • Student-Teacher: 11:1
  • Ranking: #17
 
Charlotte Country Day School
  • Grades: Pre-K to 12th
  • Student-Teacher: 8:1
  • Ranking: #2
 

Top Local Things To Do​

In & Around Davidson NC
 
 
 

Key Highlights in Arts & Culture:

  • Music in the Park

  • Summer Saturday Farmer's Market

  • Davidson Christmas

 
 

Key Highlights in Shopping & Dining:

  • Grocery stores: Local stores including those for health conscious shoppers

  • Local Restaurants: Dine at one of the many local restaurants offering diverse cuisine.

  • Wine bar on the lake: Enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the beautiful lake views.

 
 

Key Highlights in Outdoor Activities:

  • Reedy Creek Park: Provides trails for walking and biking as well as picnic shelters and playgrounds

  • Freedom Park: features a lake, playgrounds, walking paths, soccer fields, horseshoe pits and more

  • Latta Plantation Nature Preserve: offers over 15 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding

  • McDowell Nature Preserve: provides over 1,100 acres of trails for hiking, biking and fishing

 
 

Key Highlights in Sports & Recreation:

  • UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens

  • U.S. National Whitewater Center

  • Glencairn Garden

  • Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary

  • Charlotte Motor Speedway

  • Freedom Park

 
 

Key Highlights in Nightlife & Entertainment:

  • Music in the Park

  • Wine Bar on the Lake

  • Restaurant Diversity: Enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the beautiful lake views.

  • The Comedy Zone Charlotte

  • Queen City Theatre Company

  • NC Music Factory

  • Neighbourhoods Theatre
  • The Comedy Zone Charlotte at NODA
 
 

Key Highlights in Events & Festivals:

  • Yiasou Greek Festival

  • Taste of Charlotte

  • Carolina Renaissance Festival

  • Latin American Festival

  • 7 Local Parks To Enjoy Within University City

  • Festival in the Park

 
 

Key Highlights in Family Fun:

  • Carowinds Amusement Park: Offers over 100 rides, live entertainment and a water park

  • Great Wolf Lodge: offers water park fun and a variety of family-friendly activities

  • Sea Life Aquarium: features more than 30 interactive exhibits with sea creatures

  • The Charlotte Nature Museum: provides interactive exhibits and programs for families

 

Top Places to Work

Top 10 list of companies to work at near Davidson, a suburb of Charlotte.
 
Atrium Health logo
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
Belk Logo
Belk
Charlotte, NC
Food Lion Logo
Food Lion
Concord, NC
CaroMont Health Logo
CaroMont Health
Gastonia, NC
Duke Energy Logo
Duke Energy
Charlotte, NC
Novant Health Logo
Novant Health
Charlotte, NC
Bank of America Logo
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
Lowe's Logo
Lowe's
Mooresville, NC
Walmart Logo
Walmart
Monroe, NC
Wells Fargo Logo
Wells Fargo
Charlotte, NC

Overview for Davidson, NC

21,458 people live in Davidson, where the median age is 39.5 and the average individual income is $62,456. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,458

Total Population

39.5 years

Median Age

High

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

$62,456

Average individual Income

Around Davidson, NC

There's plenty to do around Davidson, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

2
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
7
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cookies with an Accent, Everest Gymnastics Training Center, and Pedego Electric Bikes Lake Norman.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.2 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.14 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.53 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.57 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.58 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.54 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Davidson, NC

Davidson has 7,435 households, with an average household size of 2.67. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Davidson do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,458 people call Davidson home. The population density is 915.92 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,458

Total Population

High

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

39.5

Median Age

49.59 / 50.41%

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
7,435

Total Households

2.67

Average Household Size

$62,456

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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