Looking for a modular home builder in Morganton, NC? Describe your project once and up to three modular home builders who work in Morganton and Burke County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Morganton is home to about 17,825 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.1% since 2020). With 927 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Rural lots and replacements of older homes here are good fits for modular construction.
Morganton at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 17,825 (+2.1% since 2020)
- Rank in North Carolina
- 61st of 549 cities and towns
- Land area
- 19 sq mi
- Population density
- 927 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Morganton city)
- Main county
- Burke County
What to check before hiring in Morganton
- Code: in North Carolina, modular homes are built to the state or local building code.
- Site work: foundation, utilities, crane access and finishes must be in the quote.
- Access: delivery trucks and cranes need road and lot access.
- Price drivers: size, finishes, transport distance and site work.
Useful official resources
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Modular Home Builders Association
Official information and guidance.
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Morganton
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Modular home
Factory-built modular home delivered and set on a site-built foundation, with finish work.
Frequently asked questions in Morganton
How much does a modular home cost in Morganton, NC?
It depends on size, finishes, transport and site work. Describe your project: builders who serve Morganton reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months from order to move-in.
Can I customize the design?
Most modular builders offer customizable plans.
Which modular home builders will contact me?
Up to three independent modular home builders who serve Morganton and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.