Bethlehem & Taylorsville

Home to the shores of Lake Hickory and the foothills of the Blueridge Mountains, Bethlehem and Taylorsville demonstrate some of the beauty that Alexander County has to offer.

Bethlehem is a small community in southern Alexander County located along the shores of Lake Hickory and known for its rural feel and agricultural history. Taylorsville is located in the center of Alexander County and serves as the county seat. Known historically for is apple orchards and other agricultural past, Taylorsville offers beautiful mountain views and quaint downtown area.

Overview for Bethlehem & Taylorsville, NC

2,332 people live in Bethlehem & Taylorsville, where the median age is 41.9 and the average individual income is $26,398. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,332

Total Population

41.9 years

Median Age

High

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

$26,398

Average individual Income

Around Bethlehem & Taylorsville, NC

There's plenty to do around Bethlehem & Taylorsville, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

41

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

31

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Brushy Mountain Brews, Hollar’s Backstreet Grill, and Fueled Streetside Coffee.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Brushy Mountain Brews page on Yelp Search 42 W Main Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.37 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hollar’s Backstreet Grill page on Yelp Search 36 Linneys Mountain Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.46 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Fueled Streetside Coffee page on Yelp Search 69 E Main Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.42 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Yellow Deli - Hiddenite page on Yelp Search 5081 NC Hwy 90 E on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.85 miles	120 reviews	4.4/5 stars
Visit the Coffee House Waffle Shop # 909 page on Yelp Search 71 Chevy Dr on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.96 miles	15 reviews	4.4/5 stars
Visit the Taqueria Lolita page on Yelp Search 3900 NC Hwy 90 E on Google Maps	Dining	3.63 miles	8 reviews	4.4/5 stars
Visit the Food Lion page on Yelp Search 799 Highway 90 on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.83 miles	4 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the House of Eggroll & Pho page on Yelp Search 1200 NC-90 on Google Maps	Dining	1.11 miles	4 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the 16/90 T'Ville Scoops page on Yelp Search 604 W Main Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.68 miles	5 reviews	4.2/5 stars
Visit the Giovanni's Pizza page on Yelp Search 677 W Main Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.71 miles	31 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Trio Community Market page on Yelp Search 5081 NC-90 E on Google Maps	Dining	4.83 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Nikki Japanese Restaurant page on Yelp Search 797 Nc Hwy 16 S on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.49 miles	10 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Little Caesars Express page on Yelp Search 5190 NC-90 E on Google Maps	Dining	4.94 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the WCL Amish Store page on Yelp Search 131 East Main Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.43 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Heritage Sandwich and Deli page on Yelp Search 554 Hwy 16 S on Google Maps	Dining	0.3 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Little Stitches Embroidery page on Yelp Search 196 Westgate Dr on Google Maps	Shopping	0.61 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area page on Yelp Search 3451 Rocky Face Church Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.37 miles	11 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the YMCA of Alexander County page on Yelp Search 260 Black Oak Ridge Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.77 miles	2 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nail For U page on Yelp Search 801 W Main Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.84 miles	1 review	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bethlehem & Taylorsville, NC

Population Households Employment

Bethlehem & Taylorsville has 925 households, with an average household size of 2.34. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bethlehem & Taylorsville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,332 people call Bethlehem & Taylorsville home. The population density is 973.51 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,332

Total Population

High

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

41.9

Median Age

38.46 / 61.54%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

925

Total Households

2.34

Average Household Size

$26,398

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Bethlehem & Taylorsville, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Bethlehem & Taylorsville. 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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MLS® 4173010

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