How Does Gastonia, NC Spend Tax Money?
Gastonia, NC spends $14,726 per resident, with total expenditures of $1.2B. Top spending categories: Parks & Recreation ($1,093/person), Fire Protection ($421/person), Education ($37/person). Fiscal Health Score: D (41/100).
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Spending | $1.2B |
| Per Capita Spending | $14,726 |
| Total Revenue | $973.9M |
| Total Debt | $66.5M |
| Population | 80,615 |
| Fiscal Health Score | 41/100 (D) |
Top Spending Categories (Per Capita)
Parks & Recreation$1,093/person
Fire Protection$421/person
Education$37/person
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of State & Local Government Finances. Last updated 2026-04-06.