Faith Public RecordsNorth Carolina

As of the 2020 Census, Faith, Rowan County, NC, had a population of approximately 819 residents. The median age is about 45 years. The gender distribution is nearly even, with females making up 51% and males 49%. Racially, Faith is predominantly White (around 92%), with African Americans (about 2%), Asians (2%), and those identifying as Hispanic or Latino (approximately 3%). Other races and individuals of two or more races comprise the remaining percentage.

Faith City, Rowan, NC, features a median home value of around $220,000 in 2024, with homeownership rates exceeding 80%. Rentals are limited, with median monthly rents near $1,275. Property values have appreciated about 6% year-over-year. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some manufactured homes and historic properties. Notable neighborhoods include Granite Quarry and Rockwell. Property taxes average $0.66 per $100 assessed value, resulting in annual taxes of approximately $1,450 for the median home, making Faith City an affordable option for homeowners.

Faith, NC, located in Rowan County, is served by Rowan-Salisbury Schools, with nearby high schools like East Rowan High (serving over 1,100 students, average SAT score ~1050). There are no colleges in Faith, but Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and Catawba College (bachelor’s programs) are within 10 miles. The area has eight K-12 schools, school safety ratings averaging B, and about 85% high school graduation rate. Adult education and vocational programs are available locally; approximately 20% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Programs in STEM and the arts are offered across the district.

Faith, located in Rowan County, NC, is primarily a car-dependent community, with over 93% of workers commuting by private vehicle and an average commute time of approximately 25 minutes (according to recent U.S. Census data). Public transit usage is minimal, with less than 1% of residents utilizing available services, as regional transit options are limited. Vehicle ownership rates are high, with most households owning two or more cars. Transportation infrastructure centers around local roads connecting to larger highways, while major employment hubs are found in nearby Salisbury and Kannapolis, necessitating daily commuting for a significant portion of residents.

Faith, a small town in Rowan County, NC, relies on nearby Salisbury for hospital care, primarily served by Novant Health Rowan Medical Center (268 beds). Faith itself lacks hospitals but has local clinics and family practices. About 87% of Rowan County residents are insured. The population is predominantly White (over 90%), with a median age above 40. Common health issues include obesity (37% adult rate), diabetes (12%), and heart disease. Access to primary care averages 1 provider per 1,800 residents. Medicaid and Medicare serve significant proportions, reflecting an aging, largely insured community.