Ranlo

Ranlo Numbers

Population: 3,740* Land Area: 1.819 square miles Tax Rate: 40¢ per $100 valuation Median Household Income: $56,800** Median Home Value: $139,900** Total Housing Units: 1,416** High School Graduate or Higher: 85.8%**

Sources: worldpopulationreview.com, US Census -*US Census estimates; **2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year Estimates;

anlo is a growing municipality located in the heart of Gaston County. The name “Ranlo” was combined from the names of two prominent industrialists, John Calvin Rankin and William Thomas Love. The community was originally known for its textile mills, Whether you are raising a family, running a business or simply enjoying the great outdoors, Ranlo is an exceptional place. The Town provides police, utility, and recreational services to over 4,000 residents. From subdivisions to mill homes, Ranlo is an inclusive community conveniently located one mile from Interstate 85. Around Ranlo you will find the famous Will's Doggn' It Deli and Dogs, a New York style deli offering daily specials and ice cream. Business thrives here with Lewis Farms, Standard Distributors, Meridian Yarn, Ms. D’s Auto, Horne’s Towing, Metyx, and Waste Management, to name a few. Incorporated in 1963, the Town brands itself as being built with pride and continues to plan and prepare for a promising future filled with growth and development. a