Catawba is a town located in Catawba County, in the state of North Carolina (NC), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 2.3 square miles (6.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 872 ft. With a population of approximately 698 residents, Catawba offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.56% males and 54.44% females, and it has a population density of 304.80 people per square mile (117.69/km²). Catawba lies at a latitude of 35.71 and a longitude of -81.08, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.9%), followed by English (4%), German (15.2%), and Scotch-Irish (2.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 28609.