Davidson

One of the smallest suburbs provides a tight-knit and connected community for residents.

Welcome to Davidson

Davidson is a lovely lake town heavily influenced by academia, healthy living, and conscious community standards. About 20 miles north of Charlotte, the town snakes up the northern corner of Mecklenburg County and gets its name and a large part of its character from Davidson College.

Real Estate

Davidson maintains a quiet suburban feel, providing safety and serenity for its residents. Homes in Davidson range from single-story ranch properties to large traditional estates. Davidson homes enjoy the luxury of large lots, lush green grass, and soaring trees providing ample shade. Paved sidewalks, greenways, extensive bike paths, and well-designed neighborhood layouts make Davidson a particularly attractive area for buyers.

Lifestyle and Attractions

Davidson is one of the smallest suburban towns in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area, providing a tight-knit and connected community for residents. The town centers on Davidson College, one of the best private colleges in the nation. Davidson is heavily focused on sustainability and ecology, evident in their careful town planning, featuring 19 public parks, rich tree canopies, and accessible trails and streets designed for walking, jogging, and biking. Residents also enjoy access to Lake Norman for swimming, kayaking, and fishing.

Popular attractions in and around Davidson include the Davidson Arboretum, Fisher Farm, Birkdale Village, and the many shopping and dining destinations located along Main Street in Davidson’s charming downtown area. Davidson maintains a low unemployment rate, and professionals work in a number of fields, including management, education, science, healthcare, and finance. Davidson residents may easily commute to work and other Charlotte attractions via I-77.

Nearby Schools and Higher Education

Davidson has education at its very core, exemplified by its famed private university. Davidson is served by three public schools, including Davidson Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and William Amos Hough High School. Nearby private schools include Davidson Day School and Lake Norman Christian School. Davidson College is a highly selective private liberal arts college with a renowned study abroad program, a certified arboretum, and 21 NCAA Division I sports teams.

History

The town of Davidson was originally called Davidson College, as it was first and foremost a college town that later evolved into a rural farming town. Soon after the expansion of the railroad, Davidson became a shipping point for cash crops, particularly cotton, and competed with surrounding towns for business. Racial struggles involving segregation occurred in Davidson during the 1960s, with college students leading the way toward desegregation. In the 1970s, residents fought against proposed large developments, which kept the town small. Shortly after, cotton mills began to close, and the first strip mall appeared, and the town has grown ever since as a progressive community that embraces diversity.

Approximate Distance to

Uptown Charlotte: 22 Miles
Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 25 Miles

Hospitals

Carolina Healthcare System Huntersville: 6 Miles
Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center: 8 Miles

Major Highway

I-77: 1 Mile

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Overview for Davidson, NC

21,824 people live in Davidson, where the median age is 40.4 and the average individual income is $73,671. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,824

Total Population

40.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$73,671

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.

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Car-Dependent

Walking Score

8

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cookies with an Accent, Talley's Pier 77 Marine, and Davidson Strength Fitness.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Cookies with an Accent page on Yelp Search 16710 Old Statesville Rd on Google Maps	Dining	4.2 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Talley's Pier 77 Marine page on Yelp Search 18901 Statesville Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.62 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Davidson Strength Fitness page on Yelp Search 305 Depot St on Google Maps	Active	3.38 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TorchBearer Tachyon page on Yelp Search 19900 S Main St on Google Maps	Active	3.56 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nicole Kroeger page on Yelp Search 20528 N Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.58 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Lash Faerie page on Yelp Search 9747 Sam Furr Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.74 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Davidson, NC

Population Households Employment

Davidson has 7,461 households, with an average household size of 2.7. 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. 21,824 people call Davidson home. The population density is 931.55 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,824

Total Population

High

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

40.4

Median Age

50.96 / 49.04%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

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High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
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7,461

Total Households

2.7

Average Household Size

$73,671

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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15 to 29 Minutes

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Davidson, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Davidson. 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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Davidson

Welcome to Davidson

Real Estate

Lifestyle and Attractions

Nearby Schools and Higher Education

History

Approximate Distance to

Hospitals

Major Highway

Property Listings

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$14,000,000

$3,795,000

$3,700,000

$3,700,000

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$3,199,995

$3,190,000

Overview for Davidson, NC

21,824

40.4 years

High

$73,671

Around Davidson, NC

2

Car-Dependent

8

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Davidson, NC

21,824

High

40.4

50.96 / 49.04%

7,461

2.7

$73,671

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