Pest control · Gastonia, North Carolina
Pest control in Gastonia, NC
Termites, ants, roaches, scorpions or rodents? 68% of Gastonia's homes are detached houses[1], and 13% were built since 2010. Request a licensed pest-control company that services the area. Gastonia, in Gaston County — ZIPs 28052, 28054, 28056, counts 87,067 residents (2025 estimate)[2].
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Gastonia at a glance for pest control
- Population (2025 est.)
- 87,067[2]+8.2% since 2020
- County
- Gaston[2]
- Land area
- 54.8 sq mi[3]
- Detached single-family homes
- 68%[1]the 6th-lowest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover
- Homes built 2010 or later
- 13%[1]the 3rd-lowest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover
- People per square mile of land
- 1,588[2][3]the 4th-least dense of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover
- Households renting
- 46%[1]2020–2024
- Population change, 2020–2025
- +8.2%[2]the 2nd-slowest-growing of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover
- Land area
- 54.8 sq mi[3]city limits
What the local data means for pest control in Gastonia
Gastonia is one of the most established suburbs tracked here — 87,067 people (2025 estimate), up just 8.2% since 2020[2]. The city spans 54.8 square miles at 1,588 residents per square mile (the 11th densest) and sits entirely in Gaston County, served by ZIP codes 28052, 28054, 28056[3].
Building amid 8.2% growth since 2020 pushes construction into previously open land, which stirs up the pests already living there — and denser housing gives them more neighboring homes to visit.
Gastonia is split across 3 ZIP codes: 28052 (35% of the city's land), 28054 (31% of the city's land), 28056 (22% of the city's land)[4].
The tracked suburbs closest by are Huntersville (20.9 mi NE), Cornelius (23.1 mi NE) and Matthews (28.3 mi E)[3].
68% of Gastonia's 35,337 housing units are detached houses[1] — the 6th-lowest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover; nearby, Huntersville (75%), Cornelius (60%), and Matthews (62%). With more attached housing, pests move between units — whole-building treatment matters more.
13% of homes were built in 2010 or later[1] (the 3rd-lowest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover; Huntersville (32%), Cornelius (23%), and Matthews (21%) nearby), and population changed +8.2% from 2020 to 2025[2]. Most houses here are past any builder termite warranty.
About 1,588 people live per square mile of land across 54.8 square miles[2][3] — the 4th-least dense of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover. More yard between houses puts the focus on the foundation perimeter and entry points.
46% of households rent and 54% own[1]. Renters: check the lease for who handles pest control.
Among the 14 suburbs tracked here, Gastonia stands out for the 2nd-slowest growth since 2020 (8.2%)[2], the 2nd-oldest housing (by median year built) (1978)[1], and the 3rd-highest renter share (46%)[1].
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The data underneath this Gastonia page
| Measure | Gastonia | Median of 14 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renter-occupied | 46% | 35% | 11 pts higher |
| Growth since 2020 | 8.2% | 11.4% | 3 pts slower |
| Residents per sq mi | 1,588 | 1,702 | 7% less dense |
| Detached single-family | 68% | 72% | 4 pts lower |
| Flood reports (10 mi) | 8 | 9 | 1 fewer |
| Median year built | 1978 | 1996 | 18 years older |
Biggest gaps first. Medians are middle values across the Charlotte-area suburbs we cover, drawn from the same sources.
| City | People / sq mi | Growth since 2020 | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastonia | 1,588 | 8.2% | 87,067 |
| Huntersville 20.9 mi | 1,629 | 11.6% | 68,535 |
| Cornelius 23.1 mi | 2,765 | 11.7% | 35,094 |
| Matthews 28.3 mi | 1,915 | 11.4% | 32,769 |
| Mint Hill 30.3 mi | 1,199 | 11.4% | 29,476 |
| Mooresville 30.6 mi | 2,026 | 11.0% | 55,842 |
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units | 35,337 |
| Detached single-family | 23,888 (68%) |
| Occupied homes | 32,378 |
| Owner-occupied | 17,555 (54%) |
| Renter-occupied | 14,823 (46%) |
| Median home value | $277,600 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates.
| Built | Units | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 1,024 | 2.9% | ±243 |
| 2010 to 2019 | 3,497 | 9.9% | ±495 |
| 2000 to 2009 | 4,503 | 12.7% | ±482 |
| 1990 to 1999 | 3,439 | 9.7% | ±461 |
| 1980 to 1989 | 4,360 | 12.3% | ±572 |
| 1970 to 1979 | 4,775 | 13.5% | ±540 |
| 1960 to 1969 | 4,512 | 12.8% | ±476 |
| 1950 to 1959 | 4,006 | 11.3% | ±453 |
| 1940 to 1949 | 2,384 | 6.7% | ±387 |
| 1939 or earlier | 2,837 | 8.0% | ±452 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates; margins of error are the Census Bureau's 90% intervals.
| ZIP (ZCTA) | Share of Gastonia's land | Share of the ZIP inside the city |
|---|---|---|
| 28052 | 35% | 44% |
| 28054 | 31% | 82% |
| 28056 | 22% | 23% |
Common Gastonia pest control questions
My Gastonia home is new — do I need termite protection?
Check your closing documents for a builder termite pre-treatment and warranty first. 13% of Gastonia homes were built in 2010 or later[1].
I rent in Gastonia. Who pays for pest control?
Your lease decides. 46% of Gastonia households rent[1].
Which areas does this page cover?
ZIP 28052, 28054, and 28056[4], Gaston County. Nearest suburbs with their own pages: Huntersville (20.9 mi), Cornelius (23.1 mi), and Matthews (28.3 mi)[3].
A lot of Gastonia homes predate 1980 — what does that mean for termite pre-treatment work?
52% of Gastonia's housing units were built before 1980, 26.1% before 1960[1] — the 2nd-highest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover. Older houses tend to have more gaps at the foundation, eaves and utility penetrations — ask the inspector to show you the entry points, not just treat.
I rent in Gastonia. Who arranges the repair?
46% of occupied Gastonia homes are rented[1], the 3rd-highest share of the 14 Charlotte-area suburbs we cover. Tell your landlord or property manager in writing first; your lease says who arranges repairs.
Sources
- Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (keyless bulk)
- Census population estimates, Vintage 2025
- Census Gazetteer 2025
- Census 2020 ZCTA–place file
- NOAA Storm Events Database
Data pulled Sep 28, 2026. Full citations and method.