Record-Breaking Private Sector Wage Growth
Caldwell County ranked 20th out of North Carolina’s 100 counties for wage growth in 2023. Since 2015, wages have grown an impressive 51.5%.
Town of Sawmills
Known as the “Biggest Little Town in the Foothills,” Sawmills focuses on community spirit and a family-friendly atmosphere. In Sawmills, businesses thrive, and family comes first: several events are scheduled in Baird Drive Park throughout the year to help small businesses grow, and families spend time together.
The town has Caldwell County’s second-largest population and is among the largest in land area. This close-knit community is home to the county’s largest public school, South Caldwell High School, and many lakeside residential lots.
Population
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Population
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2023 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Sawmills | 5,005 | 5,212 | 4,892 | 4,796 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Population by Age
| Population | 2010 | 2023 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 | 298 | 256 | 245 |
| 5-9 | 298 | 276 | 242 |
| 10-14 | 376 | 290 | 281 |
| 15-19 | 363 | 229 | 269 |
| 20-24 | 317 | 263 | 206 |
| 25-29 | 269 | 301 | 253 |
| 30-34 | 335 | 372 | 298 |
| 35-39 | 347 | 288 | 362 |
| 40-44 | 411 | 336 | 288 |
| 45-49 | 403 | 299 | 346 |
| 50-54 | 369 | 364 | 296 |
| 55-59 | 364 | 308 | 359 |
| 60-64 | 342 | 322 | 310 |
| 65-69 | 253 | 325 | 304 |
| 70-74 | 204 | 306 | 308 |
| 75-79 | 133 | 193 | 220 |
| 80-84 | 86 | 112 | 129 |
| 85+ | 45 | 52 | 80 |
| 18+ | 4,018 | 3,930 | 3,862 |
| Median Age | 40 | 43 | 44 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Population by Race
| Town of Sawmills | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Total | 4,892.00 |
| White Alone | 87.65 |
| Black Alone | 1.61 |
| American Indian Alone | 0.49 |
| Asian Alone | 0.47 |
| Pacific Islander Alone | 0.02 |
| Some Other Race | 3.78 |
| Two or More Races | 5.97 |
| Hispanic Origin | 7.05 |
| Diversity Index | 32.80 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
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Households
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2023 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Households | 2,002 | 2,085 | 2,036 | 2,014 |
| Housing Units | 2,113 | 2,278 | 2,202 | 2,162 |
| Owner Occupied Units | 1,391 | 1,429 | ||
| Renter Occupied Units | 645 | 585 | ||
| Vacant Units | 166 | 148 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Home Value
| Town of Sawmills | 2023 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $184,394 | $238,036 |
| Average Home Value | $197,412 | $262,771 |
| <$50,000 | 111 | 46 |
| $50,000 - $99,999 | 213 | 71 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 150 | 63 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 322 | 215 |
| $200,000 - $249,999 | 286 | 420 |
| $250,000 - $299,999 | 150 | 272 |
| $300,000 - $399,999 | 109 | 236 |
| $400,000 - $499,999 | 35 | 80 |
| $500,000 - $749,999 | 5 | 11 |
| $1,000,000 + | 3 | 5 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Housing Year Built
| Year Range | Houses Built |
|---|---|
| 2010 or Later | 26 |
| 2000-2009 | 102 |
| 1990-1999 | 594 |
| 1980-1989 | 302 |
| 1970-1979 | 464 |
| 1960-1969 | 445 |
| 1950-1959 | 250 |
| 1940-1949 | 21 |
| 1939 or Before | 79 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
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Income
| Town of Sawmills | 2023 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household | $54,052 | $60,222 |
| Average Household | $68,721 | $80,882 |
| Per Capita | $28,601 | $33,965 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Household Income Base
| Town of Sawmills | 2023 |
|---|---|
| <$15,000 | 331 |
| $15,000 - $24,999 | 282 |
| $25,000 - $34,999 | 135 |
| $35,000 - $49,999 | 169 |
| $50,000 - $74,999 | 435 |
| $75,000 - $99,999 | 206 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 381 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 39 |
| $200,000+ | 58 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
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Commute
| Category | Commuters |
|---|---|
| Workers 16+ | 2,209 |
| In-County Residents | 1,093 |
| Out-of-County Residents | 1,116 |
| Drive Alone | 1,788 |
| Carpooled | 244 |
| Public Transport | 0 |
| Work at Home | 90 |
| Less than 5 minutes | 18 |
| 5-9 minutes | 234 |
| 10-14 minutes | 202 |
| 15-19 minutes | 344 |
| 20-24 minutes | 495 |
| 25-29 minutes | 321 |
| 30-34 minutes | 184 |
| 35-39 minutes | 153 |
| 40-44 minutes | 51 |
| 45-59 minutes | 56 |
| 60-89 minutes | 35 |
| 90+ minutes | 26 |
| Average Travel Time | 0 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Employees by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Employees | 630 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt | 0 |
| Mining | 0 |
| Utilities | 0 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 248 |
| Wholesale Trade | 11 |
| Retail Trade | 84 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers | 15 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str | 26 |
| Electronics & Appl Store | 0 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip | 13 |
| Food & Beverage Stores | 8 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores | 12 |
| Gasoline Stations | 0 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store | 4 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music | 0 |
| General Merchandise Str | 6 |
| Misc Store Retailers | 0 |
| Nonstore Retailers | 0 |
| Transportation/Warehouse | 7 |
| Information | 6 |
| Finance & Insurance | 8 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn | 0 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv | 0 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other | 8 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing | 46 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv | 16 |
| Legal Services | 0 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises | 0 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt | 14 |
| Educational Services | 57 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist | 20 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec | 15 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs | 16 |
| Accommodation | 0 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places | 16 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin | 45 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance | 21 |
| Public Administration Emp | 26 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
Educational Attainment (25+)
| Town of Sawmills | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Some High School | 363 |
| Graduated High School | 988 |
| Associates Degree | 428 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 289 |
| Graduate Degree | 170 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
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Businesses by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Businesses | 81 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus | 0 |
| Mining Bus | 0 |
| Utilities Bus | 0 |
| Construction Bus | 2 |
| Manufacturing Bus | 10 |
| Wholesale Trade Bus | 3 |
| Retail Trade Bus | 16 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers Bus | 2 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str Bus | 4 |
| Electronics & Appl Store Bus | 0 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip Bus | 2 |
| Food & Beverage Stores Bus | 2 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores Bus | 2 |
| Gasoline Stations Bus | 0 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store Bus | 1 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music Bus | 0 |
| General Merchandise Str Bus | 3 |
| Misc Store Retailers Bus | 0 |
| Nonstore Retailers Bus | 0 |
| Transportation/Warehouse Bus | 4 |
| Information Bus | 2 |
| Finance & Insurance Bus | 2 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn Bus | 0 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv Bus | 0 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other Bus | 2 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus | 7 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus | 5 |
| Legal Services Bus | 0 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus | 0 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus | 3 |
| Educational Services Bus | 1 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist Bus | 3 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus | 2 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus | 3 |
| Accommodation Bus | 0 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places Bus | 3 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus | 12 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus | 3 |
| Public Administration Bus | 4 |
Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17
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