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Bessemer City, NC

Looking to move to Bessemer City, NC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Bessemer City, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Bessemer City, NC has a population of 5661. What about cost of living in Bessemer City, NC? The median income in Bessemer City, NC is $52,055 and the median home value is $199,047.

Read on to learn more about Bessemer City, NC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Bessemer City, NC

Average Temperatures

71 high / 49 low

Average Annual Rainfall

43 in

Average Annual Snowfall

2 in

Quick Facts about Bessemer City, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$199,047
Median Property Tax
$1,895
Total Population
5,661
Average Commute
21 min
Median Household Income
$52,055
Median Monthly Rent
$792

Map of Bessemer City, NC


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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