Geography
Matthews is 10 miles southeast of downtown Charlotte.
Cultural Attractions
The North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is host to Broadway shows for the Charlotte area.
Recreation
Nearby Charlotte's sporting events range from NASCAR to the PGA, NFL, and NBA.
Economy
Charlotte is the second-largest financial center in the country.
Fun Fact
In the early 1800s, the community was called "Stumptown" because cotton farmers clearing the land left nothing but a vast terrain of tree stumps.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 29,434
- Population under 55:
- 80.2%
- Population over 55:
- 19.8%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Charlotte
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 87°F July High, 32°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $58,884
- Median home price:
- $196,993
- Average property tax:
- $1,967
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 8
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 11
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 16/1
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 28/1
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 321
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