Claremont, NC is a small town located in Catawba County, NC. The population of Claremont is only 1,894 according to the latest census, making it one of the smallest towns in the area. Despite its size, there is plenty to do in and around town. There are many local businesses including a few restaurants, a vintage store, and a barber shop. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking trails at Overmountain Victory Trail Park, boating on Lake Hickory or Lake Rhodhiss Lake Park, biking along the Catawba River Greenway and more. Organizations such as Claremont's Community Watch program help keep the town safe and promote unity. The local sports teams compete among other schools in the area for titles in football, basketball, baseball and softball. With all of these activities to enjoy and a tight-knit community atmosphere, Claremont has something for everyone!
The population in Claremont is 1,894. There are 638 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Claremont is 43.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Claremont is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Claremont
- 51.6% are married
- 8.2% are divorced
- 28.0% are married with children
- 19.4% have children, but are single
Race in Claremont
- 88.3% are White
- 3.3% are Black
- 2.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander