Stallings, NC 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Stallings is in Union and Mecklenburg counties in southern North Carolina, about 13 miles southeast of Charlotte. Stallings is popular with active adults who enjoy golfing and nature parks. There are a few historical sites nearby for history buffs although most museums and historical sites in or near Charlotte. Stallings also has a lower cost of living which is also appealing to those looking for an active adult retirement community in the area.

Climate

The Stallings area sees about 32 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of August. Average winter temperatures range from 33° to 49° and snow accumulations average 4 inches. Summer in Stallings is very hot with summer temperatures averaging between 71° and 91° with 70% humidity.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Stallings area, including:

Historical sites and museums

• • Matthews Heritage Museum
  • Carl J McEwen Historic Village

Outdoor activities

• • Stallings Park
  • Stevens Creek Nature Preserve
  • Charlotte National Golf Club
  • Emerald Lake Golf Club
  • The Divide Golf Club

Other activities

• • Treehouse Vineyards

Cost of Living & Taxes

North Carolina has a slightly lower than average tax burden on its residents. The state income tax has recently changed from a graduated income based tax to a flat tax rate of 4.99%. Social Security is not taxed and if you are over 65 up to $35,000 of your retirement income is tax exempt.

State sales and property taxes vary by area. There are no sales tax exemptions for groceries, but prescription drugs are tax free. The average property tax for Stallings homeowners is 1.05% of home value. Sales tax in Stallings is 7.25% of which 2% is Mecklenburg County sales tax and 0.5% is Mecklenburg County public transportation tax. Cost of living in Stallings is 4% lower than the national average, mostly due to groceries being 13% less than the national average.

Health Care

Novant Health Matthews Medical Center is three miles from Stallings. They are a 157 bed hospital with awards for stroke care, cardiac care, health equity, and maternity care. They are accredited by the American College of Cardiology, American Nurses Credentialing Center, and the American College of Surgeons.

Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte on the outskirts of Charlotte is 12 miles away and has 235 beds. Atrium Health Pineville has been named as one of IBM Watson’s top 50 cardiovascular hospitals for 4 years on a row. They have also been named as one of the best rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. New & World Report.

Atrium Health-Union in Monroe is a 157 bed acute care hospital which is 12 miles from Stallings. They have received recognition by U.S. News & World Report, American Hospital Association, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the American Heart Association.