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Locust, NC Housing Market

Population: 64,651 (2024 ACS estimate). 323 housing units permitted in the last 12 months.

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Source: MLS closed sales and listings for Locust, NC.

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Population

64,651

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003) — Stanly County

Median Household Income

$61K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013) — Stanly County

Renter-Occupied Homes

25.6%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003) — Stanly County

Migration — Stanly County

Avg income of movers (latest year): in $65K · out $59K

IRS Statistics of Income, County-to-County Migration Data (through 2023)

Unemployment Rate — Stanly County

Most recent month is preliminary and subject to revision

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics (through Sep '26)

New Construction Permits — Stanly County

323 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-7% vs the prior 12 months) — 0 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Aug '26)

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