Information on Waxhaw, Union County
The Town of Waxhaw is located in the state of North Carolina, in Union County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Waxhaw Town HALL, Union County
| Waxhaw Town Hall's address | Waxhaw Waxhaw Municipal Building 317 N Broom Street, PO Box 6 Waxhaw, NC 28173-0006 United States | |
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| Phone number of Waxhaw Town Hall | +1 704-843-2195 | |
| Waxhaw, NC email | Not available | |
| Waxhaw official website | waxhaw.com | |
| Mayor of Waxhaw | Daune Gardner | |
| Union County, North Carolina: Vital Records | Waxhaw vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your North Carolina birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Waxhaw
What county is Waxhaw NC in?Waxhaw, NC is located in Union County |
Where is Waxhaw, North Carolina ?Waxhaw lies in Union County, North Carolina, near the state's southern border with South Carolina. It is located approximately 20 miles south of Charlotte, one of North Carolina's largest cities. The town is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area, providing proximity to urban amenities while maintaining a small-town charm. |
What is the cost of living in Waxhaw NC ? |
Waxhaw administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | North Carolina |
| County | Union - other counties in North Carolina |
Waxhaw building department, NC
If you're planning a construction project in Waxhaw, NC, you'll need to secure the necessary permits before commencing work. Applications for these permits can be submitted to the Town of Waxhaw's Building Inspections Department, located at 1150 North Broome Street. It's important to contact this office ahead of time to gather specific information regarding the associated fees and estimated processing times, as these details can vary. Ensuring you have the correct documentation and are aware of the procedures will help streamline the approval process for your project.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Waxhaw's town hall or Union County authorities directly. |
Demography of Waxhaw
| Name of Waxhaw inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 2 625 inhabitants | 184 / 5 913 | ||
| Population density in Waxhaw | 229,1 pop/sq mi (88,4 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| Ben Rector | 2025-08-22 at The Amp Ballantyne | ||
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| Toad the Wet Sprocket w/ KT Tunstall | 2025-08-23 at The Amp Ballantyne | ||
| Crown Legacy FC vs. New York Red Bulls II | 2025-06-04 at Sportsplex at Matthews | ||
| Crown Legacy FC vs. Orlando City B | 2025-07-06 at Sportsplex at Matthews | ||
| Crown Legacy FC vs. Carolina Core FC | 2025-07-10 at Sportsplex at Matthews | ||
| Crown Legacy FC vs. Philadelphia Union II | 2025-07-19 at Sportsplex at Matthews | ||
| Crown Legacy FC vs. Huntsville City FC | 2025-08-03 at Sportsplex at Matthews |
List of Passport Facilities in Waxhaw, NC
This Town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Waxhaw, NC
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| UNION COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS | 500 NORTH MAIN STREET STE 239 | 7042820216 |
| MATTHEWS POST OFFICE | 301 E JOHN ST | 7048476063 |
| LANCASTER COUNTY SC | 101 N. MAIN ST. | 8034169432 |
| YORK COUNTY CLERK OF COURT | 933 HECKLE BLVD, STE 101 | 8039091892 |
| SOUTH PROVIDENCE CHARLOTTE USPS | 11035 GOLF LINKS DRIVE | 7048146707 |
| UNION STATION - UNC CHARLOTTE | 8845 CRAVER RD | 7046875893 |
| CHARLOTTE PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY | 1820 HARRIS HOUSTON RD | 7047172713 |
| HEATH SPRINGS POST OFFICE | 101 N MAIN ST | 8032734855 |
| TOWN OF HARRISBURG | 4100 MAIN ST | 7044555614 |
| JEFFERSON POST OFFICE | 108 S MAIN ST | 8436583126 |
| GASTON COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS | 325 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY | 7048627685 |
| GASTONIA POST OFFICE | 301 W MAIN STREET | 7048676312 |
| KANNAPOLIS POST OFFICE | 1040 DALE EARNHARDT BLVD | 7049381120 |
| CLERK OF COURT CHESTERFIELD COUNTY SC | 200 W MAIN ST | 8436232574 |
| NORWOOD POST OFFICE | 243 S MAIN ST | 7044743048 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Waxhaw
There are 4 bank branches in Waxhaw.
SunTrust Bank is the most popular bank in Waxhaw with 1 branch offices, followed by Branch Banking and Trust Company with 1 branch offices and then Bank of America, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Waxhaw:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| SunTrust Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Branch Banking and Trust Company | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Bank of America, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Fifth Third Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Waxhaw administrative numbers
| Waxhaw Town code | 3771460 |
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| Waxhaw Town postcode | 28173 (Another town has the same postcode) |
Transportation modes in Waxhaw
| Airport | Charlotte/Douglas International Airport 22.4 miles 26.1 miles Woodward Field 46.3 miles |
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Waxhaw territory
| Waxhaw area | 11,46 sq mi (29,68 km²) |
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| Waxhaw altitude | 587 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 34.9379 Longitude: -80.7379 Latitude: 34° 56' 16'' North Longitude: 80° 44' 16'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Waxhaw | Currently, the town Waxhaw isn’t twinned |
| Natural parks | Waxhaw isn't part of a natural park |
What is Waxhaw close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Mineral Springs, Wesley Chapel, Weddington and Marvin | ||
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| Marvin | Mineral Springs | Mineral Springs |
| Marvin |  | Mineral Springs |
| Lancaster | Lancaster | |
| Mineral Springs 2.9 miles | Wesley Chapel 5.3 miles | Weddington 5.7 miles |
| Marvin 6.4 miles | Indian Trail 10.3 miles | Monroe 10.9 miles |
| Lake Park 11.7 miles | Fort Mill 12.3 miles | Matthews 12.7 miles |
| Stallings 12.7 miles | Hemby Bridge 13.5 miles | Pineville 13.8 miles |
| Lancaster 15 miles | Unionville 15.5 miles | Rock Hill 16.1 miles |
| Wingate 16.6 miles | Tega Cay 17.2 miles | Mint Hill 17.3 miles |
| Fort Lawn 18.8 miles | Charlotte 19.3 miles | Marshville 21.1 miles |
Distance between Waxhaw and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2137 miles | Houston : 926 miles | Philadelphia : 466 miles |
| Phoenix : 1788 miles | San Antonio : 1106 miles | San Diego : 2084 miles |
| Dallas : 932 miles | San Jose : 2284 miles | Jacksonville : 323 miles |
| Indianapolis : 448 miles | San Francisco : 2345 miles | Austin : 1040 miles |
| Columbus : 370 miles | Fort Worth : 965 miles | Charlotte : 19 miles closest |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Waxhaw, NC
Elementary schools in Waxhaw
Kensington Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 730
New Town Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 919
Rea View Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 557
Sandy Ridge Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 547
Union Day School
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4Students : 287
Waxhaw Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 619
Western Union Elementary
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 598
Middle schools in Waxhaw
Cuthbertson Middle
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1234
Marvin Ridge Middle
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 1185
High schools in Waxhaw
Cuthbertson High
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1547
Marvin Ridge High
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1664
Alternative schools in Waxhaw
South Providence
District of Union County Public SchoolsLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 110
schools in Waxhaw
Apprentice Academy High School of NC
Leisure and activities in Waxhaw surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Stonebridge Golf Club to Monroe 6 miles | The Club At Longview to Weddington 6.6 miles |
| Firethorne Country Club to Marvin 7.1 miles | Crystal Springs Golf Club to Pineville 12.8 miles |
| Regent Park Golf Club to Fort Mill 13.8 miles | The Divide to Matthews 14.5 miles |
| Emerald Lake Golf Club to Matthews 15.7 miles | Pinetuck Golf Course to Rock Hill 16.5 miles |
| Tega Cay Golf Club - The Cove to Tega Cay 17.3 miles | Olde Sycamore Golf Plantation to Charlotte 17.4 miles |
Other information on the Town of Waxhaw
| Nuclear power plant | Catawba Nuclear Station 33 mile |
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