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Bessemer City, North Carolina

Introduction to Bessemer City, North Carolina

Bessemer City, North Carolina, in Gaston county, is 5 miles W of Gastonia, North Carolina (center to center) and 25 miles W of Charlotte, North Carolina. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Charlotte - Gastonia - Rock Hill metropolitan area. Bessemer City has a population of approximately 5,119.

Bessemer City History

In 1754, King George II of England made a land grant to James Ormand and Adam Meek. The Ormand Mining Company, which was subsequently established by James Ormand, operated until the mid-19th century. During the 1840s, cotton, corn, and whiskey production were major contributors to the economy. The area now known as Bessemer City was purchased from the Ormand family by Sir Henry Bessemer who invented the "Bessemer Process" which was used for smelting iron. The city was named in his honor, and incorporated on March 6th, 1893.

Bessemer City and Nearby Attractions

  • Gaston County Museum of Art and History
  • Historic Rural Hill Farm
  • Schiele Museum
  • Kings Mountain National Military Park
  • Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
  • Crowders Mountain State Park

Things To Do In Bessemer City

Historic Rural Hill Farm, the former home of Major John and Violet Davidson, is now a historic site featuring walking trails and guided tours of historic buildings. Kings Mountain National Military Park, and Latta Plantation are other places of historic interest near Bessemer City. The Schiele Museum, and Gaston County Museum of Art and History have artifacts reflecting the natural and cultural heritage of the region. The city also offers easy access to the Green River where visitors can enjoy floating trips on the rapids. The South Mountain State Park offers views of the mountain range and waterfalls and also provides opportunities for the enjoyment of mountain biking, trout fishing, picnicking, and primitive and equestrian camping. Paramount's Carowinds Water & Theme Park, and Crowders Mountain State Park are other popular parks in the area.

Bessemer City Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Charlotte/ Douglas International Airport.

Bessemer City Higher Education

Belmont Abbey College, Cleveland Community College, and Gaston College are several colleges close to Bessemer City.

Comparative Profile of Bessemer City, NC

Comparing Bessemer City to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Carolina (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity87
Children Under 5 Years Old88
Female Share of the Population65
Male Share of the Population57
Senior Citizens43
Age of the Population32
Well-Paid Single Men24

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size68
Portion of People Married57

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty47
People in Middle Class or Better46
Median Family Income35
College Educated Adults12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times54
Walking and Biking to Work34
Public Transportation Use36
Working at Home34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes85
Affordability of Rents86
Housing Recently Built64
People Living Alone43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals46
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
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