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Shelby, NC vs Mint Hill, NC

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Are people in Mint Hill older or younger than people in Shelby?
- The Median Age in Mint Hill is 0.4 years older than in Shelby.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mint Hill or Shelby?
- Mint Hill housing costs are 195.8% more expensive than Shelby housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mint Hill or Shelby?
- The average commute for residents of Mint Hill is 9.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Shelby.

Things to do in Shelby?
Shelby, NC is a pleasant village south of Kings Mountain featuring several spectacular spots such as Lake Wylie perfect for exploring or Crowders Mountain ideal for recreational activities; locals gather yearly at the remarkable FallFest celebrating local culture with music and art.

Things to do in Mint Hill?
Mint Hill, NC is a delightful suburb near Charlotte which stands out among other towns due mainly in part to its diversity & cultural heritage offering visitors plenty opportunities for glimpses into local culture through visits to fascinating historical sites or enjoying weekly festivals held around Mint Hill each season!

 Shelby, NCMint Hill, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock26,236329,725,481
 Median Income$41,565  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock46.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$156,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.33  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Shelby    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

Not likely you'll settle here out of chance, a job will likely bring you here. I have lived in the Shelby area for the past ten years and have seen an explosion of  More

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Reviews for Mint Hill    4 Reviews

This small downtown has such a great potential to really be a great small downtown. The town has recently made some decisions that make you want to pause to move here  More

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Going for ice cream at one of our local shops, then gathering at town hall for a summer concert…how does that sound? Mint Hill is a growing community SE of Charlotte in  More

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Over 17 years ago

Mint Hill is going to be the next Weddington, NC with the advantage of a quick commute to downtown Charlotte. The new housing developments are mostly in the 500,000  More

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