Catawba County
Catawba County is made up of Hickory, Newton, and Conver just to name a few. It is located Northwest of Charlotte and its border touches Iredell County, Alexander County & Lincoln County. Catawba County, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina, enjoys a climate moderated by the surrounding mountains. The county's three lakes and elevated terrain contribute to its mild winters and refreshing summer breezes.
Hickory
Hickory serves as the regional hub of the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton metropolitan statistical area.
Area: 29.8 mi²
Population: 44,084 (2022)
Median Age: 37.9
Attractions: Valley Hills Mall, Catawba Science Center, Hickory Crawdads
Newton
The second largest city in the county Newton is also the county seat.
Area: 13.8 mi²
Population: 13,337 (2022)
Median Age: 43.7
Attractions: Southeastern Narrow Gauge & Shortline Museum, Green Room Community Theatre, The History Museum of Catawba County
Conover
Conover is located in the western Piedmont area of North Carolina and is the geographic center of Catawba County.
Area: 10.9 mi²
Population: 8,571 (2022)
Median Age: 39.9
Attractions: Treetop Adventures, Riverbend Park, City Park