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, rank #8| Population | 17,662 (2010-2014), rank #96 |
| Population Growth | -3.68% since 2005-2009, see rank |
| Population Density: | 56.40/sq mi, rank #90 |
| Median Household Income: | $39,008 at 2010-2014—11.61% increase since 2005-2009, rank #64 |
| Median House Price: | $142,800 at 2010-2014—7.77% increase since 2005-2009, rank #46 |
| Time Zone: | Eastern GMT -5:00 with Daylight Saving in the Summer |
| Land Area: | 312.60 sq mi, rank #79 |
| Water Area: | 0.56 sq mi (0.18%), rank #101 |
| State: | North Carolina |
| School District: | , rank #8 |