Matthews, NC

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Matthews Overview

29,613
TOTAL POPULATION
14,750
MALE POPULATION
14,863
FEMALE POPULATION
99.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,972
PER CAPITA INCOME
$125,116
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$103,405
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,242
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Matthews Zip Codes

Matthews Area Codes

Race in Matthews

The most populous races in Matthews are White / Caucasian (21,792 | 73.6%), Black / African American (3,592 | 12.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,842 | 6.2%).
Race in Matthews
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,8166.1%
Black / African American3,59212.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific110.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,8426.2%
Native / Alaskan610.2%
White / Caucasian21,79273.6%
Two or more Races1,5875.4%
Some other Race7542.5%
Total29,613100.0%

Ancestry in Matthews

The most populous ancestries reported in Matthews are English (4,163 | 14.1%), German (4,065 | 13.7%), Irish (3,011 | 10.2%), American (1,837 | 6.2%), and Italian (1,770 | 6.0%), together accounting for 50.1% of all Matthews residents.
Ancestry in Matthews
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1000.3%
Alaskan Athabascan110.0%
Albanian1270.4%
American1,8376.2%
Arab2170.7%
Argentinean800.3%
Armenian250.1%
Austrian840.3%
Belgian60.0%
Bermudan220.1%
Bhutanese900.3%
Blackfeet120.0%
Brazilian1700.6%
British1080.4%
Bulgarian480.2%
Burmese1620.5%
Canadian90.0%
Central American2330.8%
Cherokee880.3%
Colombian1590.5%
Costa Rican200.1%
Croatian210.1%
Cuban570.2%
Czech910.3%
Czechoslovakian250.1%
Danish160.1%
Dominican2350.8%
Dutch2430.8%
Eastern European1250.4%
Ecuadorian1200.4%
Egyptian40.0%
English4,16314.1%
European3551.2%
Finnish180.1%
French5551.9%
French Canadian380.1%
German4,06513.7%
Greek1060.4%
Guatemalan110.0%
Haitian640.2%
Honduran620.2%
Hungarian1920.6%
Indian (Asian)5952.0%
Indonesian530.2%
Iranian130.0%
Irish3,01110.2%
Iroquois50.0%
Israeli1050.4%
Italian1,7706.0%
Jamaican1000.3%
Jordanian110.0%
Korean1600.5%
Lebanese260.1%
Lithuanian850.3%
Lumbee900.3%
Maltese100.0%
Mexican4981.7%
Mexican American Indian810.3%
Nigerian310.1%
Norwegian4811.6%
Paiute30.0%
Palestinian170.1%
Panamanian510.2%
Peruvian690.2%
Polish1,6495.6%
Portuguese880.3%
Pueblo30.0%
Puerto Rican2550.9%
Romanian4311.5%
Russian7142.4%
Salvadoran890.3%
Samoan110.0%
Scandinavian350.1%
Scotch-Irish1,1143.8%
Scottish9223.1%
Serbian320.1%
Slavic240.1%
Slovak420.1%
Slovene310.1%
South African100.0%
South American5251.8%
Spaniard210.1%
Spanish120.0%
Sri Lankan1700.6%
Subsaharan African2270.8%
Sudanese130.0%
Swedish3191.1%
Swiss650.2%
Syrian1170.4%
Thai5781.9%
Ukrainian1810.6%
Venezuelan970.3%
Welsh2820.9%
West Indian200.1%
Yugoslavian210.1%
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Immigrants in Matthews

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Matthews came from Asia (1,700 | 5.7%), Europe (1,019 | 3.4%), Eastern Europe (844 | 2.9%), Latin America (716 | 2.4%), and South Central Asia (663 | 2.2%), together accounting for 16.7% of all Matthews residents.
Immigrants in Matthews
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2090.7%
Albania1080.4%
Argentina310.1%
Asia1,7005.7%
Australia100.0%
Belarus570.2%
Bosnia and Herzegovina270.1%
Brazil820.3%
Canada450.2%
Caribbean1220.4%
Central America2030.7%
China4731.6%
Colombia890.3%
Costa Rica70.0%
Cuba410.1%
Dominican Republic250.1%
Eastern Africa190.1%
Eastern Asia5351.8%
Eastern Europe8442.9%
Ecuador430.2%
El Salvador220.1%
England320.1%
Europe1,0193.4%
Germany160.1%
Greece110.0%
Guatemala110.0%
Honduras580.2%
Hungary220.1%
India5491.8%
Ireland250.1%
Israel730.3%
Italy360.1%
Jamaica560.2%
Japan20.0%
Jordan210.1%
Kazakhstan200.1%
Korea600.2%
Latin America7162.4%
Malaysia230.1%
Mexico870.3%
Middle Africa720.2%
Moldova3211.1%
Nepal230.1%
Netherlands150.1%
Nigeria200.1%
Northern Africa130.0%
Northern Europe970.3%
Oceania100.0%
Pakistan710.2%
Panama180.1%
Peru650.2%
Philippines670.2%
Poland100.0%
Romania370.1%
Russia1950.7%
Serbia120.0%
South Africa850.3%
South America3911.3%
South Central Asia6632.2%
South Eastern Asia2881.0%
Southern Europe470.2%
Sudan130.0%
Sweden70.0%
Syria650.2%
Taiwan280.1%
Uganda190.1%
Ukraine550.2%
Venezuela810.3%
Vietnam1700.6%
Western Africa200.1%
Western Asia2140.7%
Western Europe310.1%
Zaire480.2%
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Sex and Age in Matthews

Sex and Age in Matthews

The most populous age groups in Matthews are 30 to 34 Years (1,259 | 8.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (1,170 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Matthews
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,045 (7.1%)855 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Years806 (5.5%)756 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years814 (5.5%)769 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years794 (5.4%)916 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years803 (5.4%)842 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years1,228 (8.3%)1,047 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years1,259 (8.5%)1,123 (7.6%)
35 to 39 Years1,174 (8.0%)773 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years690 (4.7%)784 (5.3%)
45 to 49 Years942 (6.4%)812 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years1,113 (7.5%)1,170 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years844 (5.7%)941 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years899 (6.1%)819 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years676 (4.6%)855 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years577 (3.9%)569 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years404 (2.7%)711 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years370 (2.5%)499 (3.4%)
85 Years and over312 (2.1%)622 (4.2%)
Total14,750 (100.0%)14,863 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Matthews

Median Family Size in Matthews

The median family size in Matthews is 3.13 persons per family, with single female/mother families (944 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (457 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Matthews
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,621 (82.5%)3.16
Single Male/Father457 (5.7%)2.30
Single Female/Mother944 (11.8%)3.28
Total Families8,022 (100.0%)3.13

Median Household Size in Matthews

The median household size in Matthews is 2.65 persons per household, with single female/mother households (944 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.43 persons per household. non-family households (3,039 | 27.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Matthews
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,621 (59.9%)3.18
Single Male/Father457 (4.1%)2.53
Single Female/Mother944 (8.5%)3.43
Non-family3,039 (27.5%)1.28
Total Households11,061 (100.0%)2.65

Household Size by Marriage Status in Matthews

Out of a total of 11,061 households in Matthews, 8,022 (72.5%) are family households, while 3,039 (27.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,653, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,480.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Matthews
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,480 (22.4%)
2-Person Households3,653 (33.0%)408 (3.7%)
3-Person Households1,912 (17.3%)135 (1.2%)
4-Person Households1,619 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households533 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households207 (1.9%)16 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households98 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,022 (72.5%)3,039 (27.5%)

Female Fertility in Matthews

Fertility by Age in Matthews

Average fertility rate in Matthews is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Matthews
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years256 (69.2%)85.0
35 to 50 years114 (30.8%)43.0
Total370 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Matthews

77.6% of women with births (370) in Matthews are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 32.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Matthews
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years173 (67.6%)83 (32.4%)
35 to 50 years114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total287 (77.6%)83 (22.4%)

Fertility by Education in Matthews

Average fertility rate in Matthews is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 76.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 54.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Matthews
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School10 (2.7%)14.0
High School Diploma51 (13.8%)50.0
College or Associate's Degree75 (20.3%)54.0
Bachelor's Degree203 (54.9%)76.0
Graduate Degree31 (8.4%)41.0
Total370 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Matthews

22.4% of women with births in Matthews are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Matthews
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
High School Diploma20 (39.2%)31 (60.8%)
College or Associate's Degree62 (82.7%)13 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree174 (85.7%)29 (14.3%)
Graduate Degree31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total287 (77.6%)83 (22.4%)

Income in Matthews

Income Overview in Matthews

Per Capita Income in Matthews is $47,972, while median incomes of families and households are $125,116 and $103,405 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income29,613$47,972
Median Family Income8,022$125,116
Mean Family Income8,022$144,776
Median Household Income11,061$103,405
Mean Household Income11,061$124,723
Income Deficit8,022$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)29,61334.43%
Wage / Income Gap ($)29,61365.57¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index29,6130.40

Earnings by Sex in Matthews

Average Earnings in Matthews are $47,824, $59,626 for men and $39,099 for women, a difference of 34.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Matthews
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male9,052 (53.9%)$59,626
Female7,746 (46.1%)$39,099
Total16,798 (100.0%)$47,824

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Matthews

The most common earnings brackets in Matthews are $100,000+ for men (2,491 | 27.5%) and $100,000+ for women (806 | 10.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Matthews
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less295 (3.3%)292 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999232 (2.6%)413 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499127 (1.4%)190 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999116 (1.3%)236 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499120 (1.3%)382 (4.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99994 (1.0%)353 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499234 (2.6%)238 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99970 (0.8%)178 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499205 (2.3%)261 (3.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99964 (0.7%)279 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999244 (2.7%)353 (4.6%)
$30,000 to $34,999496 (5.5%)373 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999400 (4.4%)431 (5.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999769 (8.5%)321 (4.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999547 (6.0%)530 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999222 (2.5%)364 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999500 (5.5%)738 (9.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999612 (6.8%)378 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,214 (13.4%)630 (8.1%)
$100,000+2,491 (27.5%)806 (10.4%)
Total9,052 (100.0%)7,746 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Matthews

Average earnings in Matthews are $69,721 for men and $45,664 for women, a difference of 34.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $116,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,821. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,227, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,614.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Matthews
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,238$0
High School Diploma$40,821$28,614
College or Associate's Degree$68,351$39,571
Bachelor's Degree$78,937$49,053
Graduate Degree$116,250$58,227
Total$69,721$45,664

Family Income in Matthews

Family Income Brackets in Matthews

According to the Matthews family income data, there are 2,310 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 24 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Matthews
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001441.8%
$10,000 to $14,999240.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991121.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991932.4%
$35,000 to $49,9997068.8%
$50,000 to $74,99984210.5%
$75,000 to $99,99990611.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992,31028.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,33216.6%
$200,000+1,46018.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Matthews

6-person families (201 | 2.5%) account for the highest median family income in Matthews with $190,625 per family, while 2-person families (3,795 | 47.3%) have the highest median income of $55,262 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Matthews
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,795 (47.3%)$110,523
3-Person Families1,824 (22.7%)$138,389
4-Person Families1,605 (20.0%)$130,065
5-Person Families520 (6.5%)$130,649
6-Person Families201 (2.5%)$190,625
7+ Person Families77 (1.0%)$125,104
Total8,022 (100.0%)$125,116

Family Income by Number of Earners in Matthews

The median family income in Matthews is $125,116, with families comprising 2 earners (3,771) having the highest median family income of $140,021, while families with no earners (1,157) have the lowest median family income of $70,670, accounting for 47.0% and 14.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Matthews
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,157 (14.4%)$70,670
1 Earner2,038 (25.4%)$94,477
2 Earners3,771 (47.0%)$140,021
3+ Earners1,056 (13.2%)$138,963
Total8,022 (100.0%)$125,116

Household Income in Matthews

Household Income Brackets in Matthews

With 2,699 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Matthews, accounting for 24.4% of all households. In contrast, only 133 households (1.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Matthews
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001881.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991331.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992542.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996425.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991,27211.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,53713.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,29411.7%
$100,000 to $149,9992,69924.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991,50413.6%
$200,000+1,54914.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Matthews

The median household income in Matthews is $103,405, with the highest median household income of $129,950 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,932 households (35.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,644, with 273 households (2.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Matthews
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years273 (2.5%)$43,644
25 to 44 Years3,663 (33.1%)$114,978
45 to 64 Years3,932 (35.5%)$129,950
65+ Years3,193 (28.9%)$70,625
Total11,061 (100.0%)$103,405

Poverty in Matthews

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Matthews

With 4.4% poverty level for males and 5.1% for females among the residents of Matthews, 18 to 24 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 222 males (19.7%) and 78 females (21.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Matthews
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years79 (7.6%)27 (3.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years35 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years20 (4.4%)57 (10.6%)
15 Years27 (13.6%)7 (4.2%)
16 and 17 Years17 (6.2%)78 (21.4%)
18 to 24 Years222 (19.7%)134 (10.9%)
25 to 34 Years90 (3.6%)118 (5.4%)
35 to 44 Years13 (0.7%)95 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years11 (0.5%)69 (3.5%)
55 to 64 Years92 (5.3%)85 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years10 (0.8%)14 (1.0%)
75 Years and over26 (2.5%)67 (4.0%)
Total642 (4.4%)751 (5.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Matthews

According to the poverty statistics in Matthews, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Matthews
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years963 (92.4%)807 (96.8%)
5 Years271 (100.0%)101 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years813 (95.9%)887 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years432 (95.6%)480 (89.4%)
15 Years171 (86.4%)158 (95.8%)
16 and 17 Years255 (93.8%)286 (78.6%)
18 to 24 Years905 (80.3%)1,095 (89.1%)
25 to 34 Years2,397 (96.4%)2,052 (94.6%)
35 to 44 Years1,839 (99.3%)1,462 (93.9%)
45 to 54 Years2,041 (99.5%)1,913 (96.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,643 (94.7%)1,672 (95.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,195 (99.2%)1,363 (99.0%)
75 Years and over1,031 (97.5%)1,631 (96.1%)
Total13,956 (95.6%)13,907 (94.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Matthews

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Matthews show that 0.9% or 62 of the total 6,621 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 2.0%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Matthews
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,871 (98.9%)42 (1.1%)
1 or 2 Children2,246 (99.5%)11 (0.5%)
3 or 4 Children436 (98.0%)9 (2.0%)
5 or more Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,559 (99.1%)62 (0.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Matthews

According to the poverty data in Matthews, 4.6% or 21 single-father households and 20.9% or 197 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (7.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 173 households (35.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Matthews
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children12 (3.6%)18 (4.1%)
1 or 2 Children9 (7.4%)173 (35.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (4.6%)197 (20.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Matthews

The poverty data for Matthews shows that 62 of the married-couple family households (0.9%) and 218 of the single-parent households (15.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (2.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (33.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Matthews
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children42 (1.1%)30 (3.9%)
1 or 2 Children11 (0.5%)182 (30.1%)
3 or 4 Children9 (2.0%)6 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (0.9%)218 (15.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Matthews

Employment by Class of Employer in Matthews

Among the 15,649 employed individuals in Matthews, private company employees (10,918 | 69.8%), not-for-profit organizations (1,502 | 9.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,086 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Matthews
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10,91869.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7134.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,0866.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,5029.6%
Local Government Employees7344.7%
State Government Employees4953.2%
Federal Government Employees1901.2%
Unpaid Family Workers110.1%
Total15,649100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Matthews

According to the labor force statistics for Matthews, out of the total population over 16 years of age (24,205), 67.1% or 16,242 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 487 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.2% or 2,172 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.4% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Matthews
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years512 (38.0%)31 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,359 (82.6%)106 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Years1,986 (87.3%)58 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years2,172 (91.2%)15 (0.7%)
35 to 44 Years3,034 (88.7%)146 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years3,286 (81.4%)20 (0.6%)
55 to 59 Years1,383 (77.5%)17 (1.2%)
60 to 64 Years1,247 (72.6%)12 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years966 (36.1%)47 (4.9%)
75 Years and over298 (10.2%)40 (13.4%)
Total16,242 (67.1%)487 (3.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Matthews

According to labor force statistics for Matthews, 83.9% of individuals (13,104) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (15,618) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 262 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.1% or 7,495 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 103 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Matthews
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School680 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,845 (79.5%)130 (5.6%)
College / Associate Degree3,090 (83.4%)82 (2.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,495 (86.1%)113 (1.3%)
Total13,104 (83.9%)312 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Matthews

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Matthews are Community & Social Service (2,332 | 14.8%), Management (2,005 | 12.7%), Business & Financial (1,578 | 10.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,236 | 7.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,071 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Matthews

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Matthews, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.2%), Computers & Mathematics (83.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.2%), Health Technologists (78.7%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (74.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Matthews
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,194 (59.6%)811 (40.5%)
Business & Financial940 (59.6%)638 (40.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,009 (81.6%)227 (18.4%)
Computers & Mathematics703 (83.0%)144 (17.0%)
Architecture & Engineering291 (88.2%)39 (11.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science15 (25.4%)44 (74.6%)
Community & Social Service 846 (36.3%)1,486 (63.7%)
Education, Arts & Media220 (39.1%)343 (60.9%)
Legal Services & Support53 (54.6%)44 (45.4%)
Education Instruction & Library322 (30.1%)749 (69.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment251 (41.8%)350 (58.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating161 (17.8%)743 (82.2%)
Health Technologists143 (21.3%)528 (78.7%)
Total (Category)4,150 (51.5%)3,905 (48.5%)
Total (Overall)8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Matthews are Food Preparation & Serving (920 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (477 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (346 | 2.2%), Security & Protection (276 | 1.8%), and Healthcare Support (197 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Matthews

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Matthews, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (90.1%), Security & Protection (81.2%), and Law Enforcement (71.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (90.5%), Healthcare Support (73.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Matthews
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support53 (26.9%)144 (73.1%)
Security & Protection224 (81.2%)52 (18.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention127 (90.1%)14 (9.9%)
Law Enforcement97 (71.9%)38 (28.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving457 (49.7%)463 (50.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance331 (69.4%)146 (30.6%)
Personal Care & Service33 (9.5%)313 (90.5%)
Total (Category)1,098 (49.5%)1,118 (50.4%)
Total (Overall)8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Matthews are Sales & Related (1,949 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (1,517 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Matthews

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Matthews
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,363 (69.9%)586 (30.1%)
Office & Administration292 (19.3%)1,225 (80.7%)
Total (Category)1,655 (47.7%)1,811 (52.2%)
Total (Overall)8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Matthews are Construction & Extraction (413 | 2.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (389 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (89 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Matthews

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Matthews
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction408 (98.8%)5 (1.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair389 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)886 (99.4%)5 (0.6%)
Total (Overall)8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Matthews are Material Moving (569 | 3.6%), Production (284 | 1.8%), and Transportation (274 | 1.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Matthews

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Matthews
OccupationMaleFemale
Production197 (69.4%)87 (30.6%)
Transportation248 (90.5%)26 (9.5%)
Material Moving415 (72.9%)154 (27.1%)
Total (Category)860 (76.3%)267 (23.7%)
Total (Overall)8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Matthews

Employment Industries in Matthews

The major employment industries in Matthews include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,727 | 11.0%), Retail Trade (1,713 | 10.9%), Finance & Insurance (1,587 | 10.1%), Professional & Scientific (1,473 | 9.3%), and Manufacturing (1,339 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Matthews

Employment Industries by Sex in Matthews

The Matthews industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Construction (85.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.0%), Educational Services (71.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (57.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Matthews
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction985 (85.4%)168 (14.6%)
Manufacturing902 (67.4%)437 (32.6%)
Wholesale Trade249 (55.7%)198 (44.3%)
Retail Trade1,008 (58.8%)705 (41.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing332 (80.2%)82 (19.8%)
Utilities98 (65.3%)52 (34.7%)
Information361 (80.6%)87 (19.4%)
Finance & Insurance1,025 (64.6%)562 (35.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing204 (73.9%)72 (26.1%)
Professional & Scientific844 (57.3%)629 (42.7%)
Enterprise Management20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support360 (54.4%)302 (45.6%)
Educational Services364 (28.8%)899 (71.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance379 (22.0%)1,348 (78.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation138 (43.0%)183 (57.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services570 (48.8%)599 (51.2%)
Public Administration242 (57.1%)182 (42.9%)
Total8,649 (54.9%)7,106 (45.1%)

Education in Matthews

School Enrollment in Matthews

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,024 students in Matthews are high school (1,327 | 22.0%), college / undergraduate (1,235 | 20.5%), and middle school (1,126 | 18.7%).
School Enrollment in Matthews
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5759.6%
Kindergarten4016.7%
Elementary School1,08518.0%
Middle School1,12618.7%
High School1,32722.0%
College / Undergraduate1,23520.5%
Graduate / Professional2754.6%
Total6,024100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Matthews

Out of a total of 6,024 students who are enrolled in schools in Matthews, 1,223 (20.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,801 (79.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 355 (75.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 178 (96.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Matthews
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds116 (24.6%)355 (75.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,136 (81.0%)267 (19.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,280 (83.3%)256 (16.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds848 (87.2%)124 (12.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds390 (96.3%)15 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds602 (84.7%)109 (15.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds254 (74.3%)88 (25.7%)
35 Years and over178 (96.7%)6 (3.3%)
Total4,801 (79.7%)1,223 (20.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Matthews

Business (2,930 | 24.7%), education (1,316 | 11.1%), science & technology (868 | 7.3%), computers & mathematics (836 | 7.0%), and engineering (831 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 11,857 individuals in Matthews who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Matthews
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics8367.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3232.7%
Physical & Health Sciences1741.5%
Psychology6995.9%
Social Sciences7796.6%
Engineering8317.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies800.7%
Science & Technology8687.3%
Business2,93024.7%
Education1,31611.1%
Literature & Languages4593.9%
Liberal Arts & History4904.1%
Visual & Performing Arts7956.7%
Communications7035.9%
Arts & Humanities5744.8%
Total11,857100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Matthews

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Matthews

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Matthews are males with 2 vehicles (4,384, accounting for 50.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,451, making up 62.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Matthews
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle162 (1.9%)104 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle1,228 (14.2%)1,086 (15.5%)
2 Vehicles4,384 (50.8%)3,451 (49.2%)
3 Vehicles1,823 (21.1%)1,762 (25.1%)
4 Vehicles828 (9.6%)483 (6.9%)
5 or more Vehicles196 (2.3%)130 (1.8%)
Total8,621 (100.0%)7,016 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Matthews

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Matthews are 30 to 34 minutes (2,452 commuters, 18.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,901 commuters, 14.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,858 commuters, 14.0%).
Commute Time in Matthews
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1441.1%
5 to 9 Minutes1,0247.7%
10 to 14 Minutes1,75113.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1,90114.3%
20 to 24 Minutes1,85814.0%
25 to 29 Minutes8576.4%
30 to 34 Minutes2,45218.4%
35 to 39 Minutes5123.8%
40 to 44 Minutes6244.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1,54711.6%
60 to 89 Minutes4103.1%
90 or more Minutes2191.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Matthews

The most common commute times in Matthews are 30 to 34 minutes (1,212 commuters, 16.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,240 commuters, 20.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Matthews
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes115 (1.6%)29 (0.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes587 (8.2%)437 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes678 (9.4%)1,073 (17.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,006 (14.0%)895 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,051 (14.6%)807 (13.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes456 (6.4%)401 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,212 (16.9%)1,240 (20.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes212 (2.9%)300 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes250 (3.5%)374 (6.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,163 (16.2%)384 (6.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes331 (4.6%)79 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes124 (1.7%)95 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Matthews

The most frequent times of departure to work in Matthews are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,226, 17.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (997, 16.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Matthews
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM321 (4.5%)99 (1.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM138 (1.9%)67 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM256 (3.6%)133 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM532 (7.4%)303 (5.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM618 (8.6%)582 (9.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,226 (17.1%)997 (16.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,185 (16.5%)933 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,074 (14.9%)655 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM388 (5.4%)410 (6.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM414 (5.8%)645 (10.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM318 (4.4%)268 (4.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM124 (1.7%)67 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM304 (4.2%)292 (4.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM287 (4.0%)663 (10.8%)
Total7,185 (100.0%)6,114 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Matthews

Occupancy by Ownership in Matthews

Of the total 11,061 dwellings in Matthews, owner-occupied units account for 7,415 (67.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,646 (33.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Matthews
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,41567.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,64633.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units11,061100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Matthews

Occupancy by Household Size in Matthews
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,48022.4%
2-Person Household4,06136.7%
3-Person Household2,04718.5%
4+ Person Household2,47322.4%
Total Housing Units11,061100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Matthews

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Matthews
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,131 (45.6%)1,349 (54.4%)
2-Person Household2,725 (67.1%)1,336 (32.9%)
3-Person Household1,504 (73.5%)543 (26.5%)
4+ Person Household2,055 (83.1%)418 (16.9%)
Total Housing Units7,415 (67.0%)3,646 (33.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Matthews

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Matthews
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School235 (41.4%)333 (58.6%)
High School Diploma838 (60.1%)557 (39.9%)
College/Associate Degree1,947 (71.1%)793 (28.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,395 (69.1%)1,963 (30.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Matthews

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Matthews
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,17019.6%
35 to 44 Years1,76616.0%
45 to 54 Years1,98417.9%
55 to 64 Years1,94817.6%
65 to 74 Years1,42012.8%
75 to 84 Years1,15610.4%
85 Years and Over6175.6%
Total11,061100.0%

Housing Finances in Matthews

Median Income by Occupancy in Matthews

Median Income by Occupancy in Matthews
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,415 (67.0%)$117,591
Renter-Occupied3,646 (33.0%)$69,714
Average11,061 (100.0%)$103,405

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Matthews

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Matthews
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (0.2%)103 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (0.2%)54 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99939 (0.5%)98 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99995 (1.3%)4 (0.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99999 (1.3%)56 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999337 (4.5%)306 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999500 (6.7%)772 (21.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999991 (13.4%)542 (14.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999883 (11.9%)408 (11.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,892 (25.5%)806 (22.1%)
$150,000 or more2,550 (34.4%)497 (13.6%)
Total7,415 (100.0%)3,646 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Matthews

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Matthews
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300139 (1.9%)12 (0.3%)
$300 to $499798 (10.8%)14 (0.4%)
$500 to $7991,016 (13.7%)65 (1.8%)
$800 to $999586 (7.9%)99 (2.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,134 (15.3%)1,611 (44.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,699 (22.9%)1,122 (30.8%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,080 (14.6%)311 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $2,999461 (6.2%)25 (0.7%)
$3,000 or more502 (6.8%)298 (8.2%)
Total7,415 (100.0%)3,646 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Matthews

Housing Structures in Matthews

Housing Structures in Matthews
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,39166.8%
Single Unit, Attached3633.3%
2 Unit Apartments630.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2542.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2852.6%
10 or more Apartments2,59423.4%
Mobile Home / Other1111.0%
Total11,061100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Matthews

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Matthews
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,832 (92.4%)559 (7.6%)
Single Unit, Attached300 (82.6%)63 (17.4%)
2 Unit Apartments12 (19.1%)51 (80.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments43 (16.9%)211 (83.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)285 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments198 (7.6%)2,396 (92.4%)
Mobile Home / Other30 (27.0%)81 (73.0%)
Total7,415 (67.0%)3,646 (33.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Matthews

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Matthews
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room37 (0.5%)64 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms107 (1.4%)1,312 (36.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms897 (12.1%)1,734 (47.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,522 (34.0%)368 (10.1%)
8 or more Rooms3,852 (51.9%)168 (4.6%)
Total7,415 (100.0%)3,646 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Matthews

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Matthews
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,071 (68.4%)625 (17.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas162 (2.2%)4 (0.1%)
Electricity2,147 (28.9%)2,987 (81.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene22 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)9 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used13 (0.2%)21 (0.6%)
Total7,415 (100.0%)3,646 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Matthews

Household Vehicle Usage in Matthews
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle256 (3.5%)149 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle1,252 (16.9%)1,838 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles3,835 (51.7%)1,423 (39.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2,072 (27.9%)236 (6.5%)
Total7,415 (100.0%)3,646 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Matthews

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Matthews

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,2225,193
Median Property Value$347,100$366,300
Median Household Income$85,521$2,078
Monthly Housing Costs$549$492
Real Estate Taxes$2,724$38

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Matthews

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Matthews
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00064 (2.9%)35 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99916 (0.7%)6 (0.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999623 (28.0%)1,373 (26.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,198 (53.9%)2,757 (53.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999275 (12.4%)865 (16.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99919 (0.9%)71 (1.4%)
$1,000,000 or more27 (1.2%)86 (1.7%)
Total2,222 (100.0%)5,193 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Matthews

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Matthews
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (0.2%)73 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999172 (7.7%)24 (0.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999215 (9.7%)61 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999240 (10.8%)122 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999421 (19.0%)260 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999176 (7.9%)570 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999521 (23.4%)707 (13.6%)
$150,000 or more472 (21.2%)1,371 (26.4%)
Total2,222 (100.0%)5,193 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Matthews

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Matthews
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x447 (20.1%)130,880 (2,520.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x301 (13.6%)1,085 (20.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x295 (13.3%)1,850 (35.6%)
4.0x or more1,174 (52.8%)986 (19.0%)
Total2,222 (100.0%)5,193 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Matthews

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Matthews
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80079 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49996 (4.3%)148 (2.9%)
$800 to $1,4991,808 (81.4%)351 (6.8%)
Total2,222 (100.0%)5,193 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Matthews

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Matthews

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Matthews
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,230 (98.2%)42 (1.8%)
6 to 18 Years3,852 (95.0%)203 (5.0%)
19 to 25 Years2,107 (82.7%)442 (17.3%)
26 to 34 Years3,790 (90.6%)391 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,090 (90.6%)319 (9.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,766 (93.4%)268 (6.6%)
55 to 64 Years3,099 (88.7%)393 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,582 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2,755 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27,271 (93.0%)2,058 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Matthews

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Matthews
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,230 (98.2%)42 (1.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,852 (95.0%)203 (5.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,107 (82.7%)442 (17.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Matthews

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Matthews
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000793 (73.0%)294 (27.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,176 (86.8%)484 (13.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,932 (92.5%)238 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,303 (87.6%)466 (12.4%)
$100,000 and over17,054 (96.8%)563 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Matthews

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Matthews
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6525 (23.1%)1,755 (77.2%)
6 to 18 Years724 (17.8%)3,196 (78.8%)
19 to 25 Years322 (12.6%)1,922 (75.4%)
25 to 34 Years369 (8.8%)3,488 (83.4%)
35 to 44 Years193 (5.7%)2,903 (85.2%)
45 to 54 Years374 (9.3%)3,476 (86.2%)
55 to 64 Years263 (7.5%)2,843 (81.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,430 (94.1%)1,663 (64.4%)
75 Years and over2,745 (99.6%)1,837 (66.7%)
Total7,945 (27.1%)23,083 (78.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Matthews

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Matthews
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years102 (4.9%)117 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years299 (8.3%)65 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years396 (7.0%)415 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years275 (22.8%)99 (7.2%)
75 Years and over404 (38.2%)648 (38.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Matthews

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Matthews: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years85 (1.5%)73 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years109 (9.0%)25 (1.8%)
75 Years and over295 (27.9%)266 (15.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Matthews: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years47 (2.2%)40 (1.9%)
18 to 34 Years45 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (0.7%)52 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over60 (5.7%)83 (4.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Matthews: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years72 (3.4%)75 (3.6%)
18 to 34 Years220 (6.1%)65 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years133 (2.4%)190 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years51 (4.2%)6 (0.4%)
75 Years and over129 (12.2%)133 (7.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Matthews: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (1.1%)9 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years34 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years275 (4.9%)248 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years147 (12.2%)81 (5.9%)
75 Years and over169 (16.0%)413 (24.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Matthews: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years30 (1.4%)14 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years86 (1.5%)100 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years22 (1.8%)6 (0.4%)
75 Years and over92 (8.7%)152 (8.9%)

Technology Access in Matthews

Computing Device Access in Matthews

Computing Device Access in Matthews
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop10,15691.8%
Smartphone10,30093.1%
Tablet7,88071.2%
No Computing Device2992.7%
Total11,061100.0%

Internet Access in Matthews

Internet Access in Matthews
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.1%
Broadband Home9,58886.7%
Cellular Data Only4634.2%
Satellite Internet6145.6%
No Internet7847.1%
Total11,061100.0%

Matthews Summary

Matthews is a town located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It is a suburb of Charlotte and is located approximately 10 miles southeast of the city. The population of Matthews was estimated to be 27,198 in 2019.

History

Matthews was founded in 1879 by a group of settlers from Union County, North Carolina. The town was named after Edward Watson Matthews, a local landowner and railroad official. The town was incorporated in 1879 and was originally known as Stumptown. The town was renamed Matthews in 1879 in honor of Edward Watson Matthews.
The town grew rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to its proximity to Charlotte and the railroad. The town was home to several cotton mills and other industries. The town was also home to a large African American population, many of whom worked in the mills.
In the late 20th century, Matthews began to experience rapid growth due to its proximity to Charlotte and the growth of the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town has experienced significant population growth since the 1990s and is now one of the fastest growing towns in North Carolina.

Geography

Matthews is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Charlotte. The town is situated on the banks of the Rocky River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town has a total area of 8.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The town has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 61 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is around 44 inches.

Economy

Matthews is a major economic center in the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town is home to several large employers, including Novant Health, Family Dollar, and Harris Teeter. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The town is also home to several large shopping centers, including Matthews Station and Matthews Town Center. The town is also home to several parks and recreational facilities, including Matthews Community Park and Matthews Nature Preserve.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, the population of Matthews was estimated to be 27,198. The population is predominantly white (77.3%), with African Americans making up 15.2% of the population. Other racial groups include Asians (3.7%), Hispanics (2.3%), and Native Americans (0.3%).
The median household income in Matthews is $68,845, and the median home value is $269,400. The town has a poverty rate of 8.2%. The town is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District.

Conclusion

Matthews is a town located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It is a suburb of Charlotte and is located approximately 10 miles southeast of the city. The population of Matthews was estimated to be 27,198 in 2019. The town has experienced significant population growth since the 1990s and is now one of the fastest growing towns in North Carolina. Matthews is a major economic center in the Charlotte metropolitan area, with several large employers and shopping centers. The population is predominantly white, with African Americans making up 15.2% of the population. The median household income in Matthews is $68,845, and the median home value is $269,400. The town is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Matthews?
Total Population of Matthews is 29,613.
What is the Total Male Population of Matthews?
Total Male Population of Matthews is 14,750.
What is the Total Female Population of Matthews?
Total Female Population of Matthews is 14,863.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Matthews?
There are 99.24 Males per 100 Females in Matthews.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Matthews?
There are 100.77 Females per 100 Males in Matthews.
What is the Median Population Age in Matthews?
Median Population Age in Matthews is 39.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Matthews
Average Family Size in Matthews is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Matthews
Average Household Size in Matthews is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Matthews?
Per Capita income in Matthews is $47,972.
What is the Median Family Income in Matthews?
Median Family Income in Matthews is $125,116.
What is the Median Household income in Matthews?
Median Household Income in Matthews is $103,405.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Matthews?
Income or Wage Gap in Matthews is 34.4%.
Women in Matthews earn 65.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Matthews?
Inequality or Gini Index in Matthews is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Matthews?
There are 16,242 People in the Labor Forcein in Matthews.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Matthews?
67.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Matthews.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Matthews?
Unemployment Rate in Matthews is 3.0%.