New Census Estimates Show Steady Continued Growth for Gaston County
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Gaston County - North CarolinaGASTONIA, N.C. – Gaston County and the City of Gastonia continue to show steady population growth, according to the North Carolina State Demographer 2025 population estimates.
Gastonia remains the second-largest suburb in the Charlotte region with an estimated July 1, 2025 population of 87,067. Gaston County’s population estimate for the same date is 246,558.
The county and city’s annual population growth were nearly identical, with Gastonia growing by 1.39% since 2024, and Gaston County growing by 1.45% over that same time period.
“Gastonia’s continued population growth reflects the appeal of our community, and we recognize that growth brings challenges, like increased traffic and demands on our infrastructure, which is why thoughtful planning is so important,” said Mayor Richard Franks. “Our goal is not simply to grow, but to manage that growth responsibly and sustainably so Gastonia remains a great place to live, work, and play for generations to come.”
Gaston County moved ahead of New Hanover County to be the 11th largest county by population in the state. Gastonia remains the 13th largest city in the state.
As the state’s economic and banking hub, the Charlotte Metro Area attracts thousands of new residents per month. With families wanting space, affordability, lake access, or top-rated school districts, many of them are moving to suburbs like Gastonia, Concord, Huntersville, Cornelius, and Waxhaw.
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