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Bakersville, NC
North Carolina · Mitchell County
Bakersville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 718. Residents earn $39,091 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.2
/5.0
C
Fair
718
Population
945/sq mi density
$39,091
Median Income
$38,353 per capita
$229,000
Home Value
$216,631 Zillow
$450
Median Rent
39.2% income on rent
52°F
Avg Temperature
299 sunny days/yr
60
Violent Crime/100K
3,969 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$39,091 median income, 17.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$229,000 home value, $450/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
60 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$39,091
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$229,000
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
60/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
17.7%
392% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Bakersville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population718
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density945/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.6%
Economy
C+Median Income$39,091
Per Capita$38,353
Unemployment17.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$681M
Commute14 min
Housing
BHome Value$229,000
Rent$450
Ownership60.8%
Zillow$216,631
Housing Units343
Rent Burden39.2%
Crime
FViolent60/100K
Property3,969/100K
Health
Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking15.3%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Education
DBachelor's+11.1%
High School+83.7%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.76
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute14 min
Broadband81.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Bakersville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bakersville receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bakersville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bakersville is $39,091, 48% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bakersville is $229,000, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Bakersville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,969 per 100,000, 102% above the national average.
Education
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bakersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Bakersville has a population of 718 with a density of 945 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 61.4% female and 38.6% male. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 9.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 29.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.7% have health insurance coverage.
Population
718
Total Population
945
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Bakersville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bakersville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bakersville is $39,091, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,353. The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 447 business establishments, including 32 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Bakersville vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,091 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,353 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,340 |
| Gini Index | 0.473 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.7% |
| 392% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 447 |
| County GDP | $681M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,072 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
Walkability
The median home value in Bakersville is $229,000, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,631. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 343 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. The average annual property tax is $3,072. 39.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $229,000 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $216,631 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $450 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 39.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.2% |
| Housing Units | 343 |
| Median Year Built | 1994 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,072 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Bakersville, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 31.3% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 16.9% report binge drinking. 22.8% are physically inactive. 29.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,138. The dentist ratio is 1:1,509. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Bakersville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.3% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Short Sleep | 32.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Uninsured | 9.3% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,138 |
| Dentists | 1:1,509 |
| Mental Health | 1:789 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Dental Visits | 66.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,459/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Bakersville has a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,969 per 100,000, 102% above the U.S. average. Overall, Bakersville receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Bakersville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 60.1/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,968.7/100K |
| 102% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Traffic Accidents | 18 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Bakersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 945/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0154°N, 82.1582°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Mitchell County County |
| Nearest Airport | Foothills Regional (MRN) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 6.9 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 24.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 61.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
Bakersville has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 33°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and December the driest (3.6").
Bakersville is located in Mitchell County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.6% of the vote, a 55.9-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 53 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 55.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Traffic Accidents | 18 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.1% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 6.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.76 |
D
Education Grade (1.9/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 945/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| County | Mitchell County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 81.7% |
| Avg Download Speed | 62.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 3.3 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 13.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
Average costs for common services in Bakersville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $236 ($141–$377) |
| Specialist Visit | $330 ($189–$519) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $189 ($94–$330) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,075 ($754–$4,715) |
| Dental Cleaning | $123 ($71–$189) |
| Dental Filling | $236 ($141–$377) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42 ($24–$71) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $71 ($47–$113) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$71) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $566 ($377–$943) |
| Battery Replacement | $189 ($94–$330) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94 ($57–$141) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $85 ($47–$132) |
| HVAC Repair | $377 ($141–$754) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316) |
| Roof Repair | $943 ($377–$1,886) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,415 ($472–$3,301) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290) |
| DUI Defense | $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,415 ($754–$2,829) |
| Will Preparation | $472 ($189–$943) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,358 ($943–$4,715) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28–$94) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141 ($71–$236) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75 ($47–$123) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $132 ($75–$236) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$141) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$113) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$94) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28–$94) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47–$141) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $189 ($71–$472) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$123) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.54–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94 ($28–$236) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14–$71) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,132 ($566–$2,358) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $943 ($472–$1,886) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $377 ($189–$660) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($24–$94) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $943 ($377–$2,358) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94 ($47–$189) |
| Dog Grooming | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$71) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $189 ($94–$377) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $646 |
| Toddler | $596 |
| Preschool | $441 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $408 |
| Toddler | $360 |
| Preschool | $353 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Mitchell County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 862 | 49 | $50,868 | 1.18 |
| Retail Trade | 756 | 59 | $30,283 | 1.49 |
| Other Services | 305 | 36 | $35,592 | 1.99 |
| Construction | 223 | 45 | $48,514 | 0.84 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 203 | 17 | $54,648 | 0.94 |
| Wholesale Trade | 187 | 21 | $56,464 | 0.93 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 175 | 26 | $39,099 | 0.58 |
| Educational Services | 148 | 6 | $32,838 | 1.41 |
| Finance & Insurance | 93 | 23 | $78,918 | 0.45 |
| Utilities | 13 | 3 | $112,484 | 0.67 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 5 | 4 | $22,137 | 0.12 |
| Unclassified | 1 | 2 | $31,202 | 0.14 |
Schools in Bakersville
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell High | High | 497 | 36 | 13.8:1 |
| Gouge Elementary | Elementary | 227 | 19 | 11.9:1 |
| Bowman Middle | Middle | 202 | 14 | 14.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Bakersville
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99.9 Kiss Country | country | AAC |
Campgrounds Near Bakersville
16 campgrounds found near Bakersville.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns River Road Backcountry Camping | 5.0/5 | 2 | $15 |
| KATY BRANCH | 5.0/5 | 1 | $75 |
| BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 6 | $125 |
| WATAUGA POINT RECREATION AREA | 4.6/5 | 2 | $30 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 37 | $28–$56 |
| CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) | 4.5/5 | 24 | $10 |
| DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 14 | $10–$20 |
| Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN) | 4.5/5 | 32 | $20–$50 |
| CARDENS BLUFF CAMPGROUND | 4.4/5 | 42 | $12 |
| CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA | 4.3/5 | 39 | $28–$70 |
| Julian Price Campground | 4.3/5 | 192 | $30 |
| Linville Falls Campground | 4.3/5 | 64 | $30–$45 |
| Mortimer Campground | 4.3/5 | 17 | $20–$30 |
| Horse Creek Pavilion DAY USE | 4.2/5 | 1 | $30 |
| THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS | 3.5/5 | 2 | $30 |
| Horse Creek Recreation Area | 2.5/5 | 14 | $10 |
National Parks Near Bakersville
47 national parks and monuments found near Bakersville.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Johnson National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Bear Paw State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Beech Creek State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | Parkway | Free |
| Bobs Creek State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Caesars Head State Park | State Park | Free |
| Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Chimney Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cowpens National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Crowders Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Davy Crockett Birthplace | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fonta Flora State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Gorges State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grandfather Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hungry Mother State Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jones Gap State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kingdom Come State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kings Mountain National Military Park | National Military Park | Free |
| Kings Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake James State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake James State Park | State Park | Free |
| Linville River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Mount Jefferson State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Mount Mitchell State Park | State Park | Free |
| Natural Tunnel State Park | State Park | Free |
| NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land | State Park | Free |
| New River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail | National Historic Trail | Free |
| Pineola State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah View State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| South Mountains State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sugar Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore Shoals | State Park | Free |
| Table Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Wildcat Wayside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilderness Gateway State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Yellow Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Bakersville
193+ trails found near Bakersville.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANST - APPALACHIAN RD | 159.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MST - GRANDFATHER RD | 71.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MST - APPALACHIAN RD | 35.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUNCOMBE HORSE | 16.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL | 13.8 | — | — | — | |
| LINVILLE GORGE | 12.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WILSON RIDGE | 12.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CREST | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUFFALO MOUNTAIN ATV TRAIL | 10.8 | — | — | — | |
| SHINBONE | 8.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LOST COVE LOOP | 8.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL | 7.5 | — | — | — | |
| SHORTOFF | 7.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODS MOUNTAIN | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WILSON CREEK | 6.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DARK HOLLOW HORSE TRAIL | 6.5 | — | — | — | |
| STEELES CREEK | 6.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YANCEY RIDGE | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HARPER CREEK | 6.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG BUTT | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAUREL FORK TRAIL | 5.8 | — | — | — | |
| HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST | 5.8 | — | — | — | |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 2 | 5.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MT MITCHELL | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1A | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 9 | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| PINE RIDGE | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH HARPER CREEK | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STAMPING GROUND HORSE TRAIL | 4.3 | — | — | — | |
| POND MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS TRAIL | 4.3 | — | — | — | |
| LITTLE POND MOUNTAIN | 4.3 | — | — | — | |
| KITSUMA | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SNOOKS NOSE | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GREENTOWN | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ROCK JOCK | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HEARTBREAK RIDGE | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| COLBERT RIDGE | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LONGARM TRAIL | 3.6 | — | — | — | |
| POINT LOOKOUT | 3.6 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | — |
| SNOWBALL | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT GFR | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HARRIS CREEK HORSE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CATAWBA FALLS LOOP | 3.4 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| RATTLESNAKE RIDGE TRAIL | 3.4 | — | — | — | |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1 | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCHOOLHOUSE RIDGE | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LIMESTONE COVE TRAIL | 3.2 | — | — | — | |
| HACK LINE TRAIL | 3.2 | — | — | — | |
| MACKEY MOUNTAIN | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ESTES MILL | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| RAIDER CAMP | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| OLD DUG RD | 3.1 | — | — | — | |
| GREENTOWN SHORTCUT | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GREEN KNOB | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BERNARD MOUNTAIN | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WOODS MOUNTAIN | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOUGLAS FALLS | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DICK CREEK HORSE TRAIL | 2.8 | — | — | — | |
| BALD KNOB RIDGE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YELLOW BUCK | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STAR GAP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PATTY RIDGE TRAIL | 2.7 | — | — | — | |
| HOLLY SPRINGS | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SUGAR COVE | 2.6 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GREEN RIDGE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LACY TRAP TRAIL | 2.5 | — | — | — | |
| SOUTH RIVER LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS CREEK | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL | 2.4 | — | — | — | |
| SARVIS COVE TRAIL | 2.4 | — | — | — | |
| WOODY RIDGE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOST COVE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CALIFORNIA TRAIL | 2.3 | — | — | — | |
| LEAD MINE GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODRUFF RIDGE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| OLD HOMESTEAD TRAIL | 2.3 | — | — | — | |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 3 | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JONAS RIDGE | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NEWBERRY CREEK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 7 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MORRELL TRAIL | 2.1 | — | — | — | |
| BARTEE BRANCH | 2.1 | — | — | — | |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 10 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BRUSHY RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PERSIMMON RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SQUIBB CREEK TRAIL | 2.0 | — | — | — | |
| GRANNY LEWIS TRAIL | 1.8 | — | — | — | |
| PINE RIDGE CONNECTOR | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WALKER CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BIG LOST COVE CLIFFS | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH RIVER LOOP | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TEMPLE HILL TRAIL | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| TURKEY PEN COVE TRAIL | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| SHORT SPUR | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| HICKORY BRANCH | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROCK CREEK FALLS TRAIL | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| UPPER CREEK FALLS | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 5 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| TIMBER RIDGE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GATEWAY | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1 | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ELK PEN | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SPENCE RIDGE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONLEY COVE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAR PEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PHILLIPS BRANCH | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS HOLE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FLINT MILL | 1.3 | — | — | — | |
| WILSON CREEK SPUR | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE LOST COVE CLIFFS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BILL CRUMP | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BABEL TOWER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SILL BRANCH SOUTH TRAIL | 1.3 | — | — | — | |
| HIGGANS BALD | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 4 | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NORTH HARPER CREEK FALLS | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CLOUDLAND | 1.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COON DEN FALLS | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| TABLE ROCK GAP | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE TABLE ROCK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PERKINS | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PINCH-IN | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH HARPER SHORTCUT | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HAWKSBILL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STAIR CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MIDDLE SPRING RIDGE TRAIL | 1.1 | — | — | — | |
| BYNUM BLUFF | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| UPPER CORNER ROCK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WOODLAWN FITNESS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HEMLOCK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHINA CREEK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WHITE ROCKS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HAMPTON-BLUELINE TRAIL | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY TRAIL | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| MEADOWS LOOP | 0.9 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 8 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FURNACE BRANCH | 0.8 | — | — | — | |
| HUNT FISH FALLS | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 6 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT APP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FOUNDATION | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL | 0.7 | — | — | — | |
| TABLE ROCK SUMMIT | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CARDENS BLUFF HIKING TRAIL | 0.7 | — | — | — | |
| HELL HOLLOW TRAIL | 0.7 | — | — | — | |
| SILL BRANCH NORTH TRAIL | 0.6 | — | — | — | |
| DEVILS DEN NATURE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIAR BOTTOM BIKE | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LITTLE ANDY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OAK HOLLOW | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GRASSY RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHINA CREEK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROCK CREEK BICYCLE TRAIL | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| THUNDERHOLE FALLS | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| KITSUMA | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| JARRETT'S RUN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BAD FORK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DARKSIDE CLIFFS | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHINA CREEK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FORAGER | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| STAGECOACH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PETES BRANCH TRAIL | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| WATAUGA POINT HIKING TRAIL | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| TOMS CREEK FALLS | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOWER HORSE CREEK TRAIL | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| BIG TOM GAP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CABIN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SALT GAP CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OLD FORT PICNIC AREA | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT | 0.3 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| HEMLOCK FOREST TRAIL | 0.3 | — | — | — | |
| HIGH WATER ALTERNATE TRAIL | 0.3 | — | — | — | |
| MEADOWS LOOP | 0.3 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | Yes |
| STEELES CREEK CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP B | 0.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| CHINA CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WISEMANS VIEW | 0.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| WILDFLOWER | 0.2 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BETTY'S RUN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| THORPES CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| TRAIL OF THE HARDWOODS | 0.2 | — | — | — | |
| BILL VINES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LINVILLE FALLS | 0.2 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP A | 0.2 | CONCRETE | Yes | — | — |
| BIG BALD SHELTER | 0.2 | — | — | — | |
| SETROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SCARLET OAK TRAIL | 0.1 | — | — | — | |
| KITSUMA PEAK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS CELLAR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOUTH TOE FISHING ACCESS | 0.1 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | — |
| ROARING FORK FALLS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WISEMANS VIEW LOOP | 0.0 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
Museums in Bakersville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSEUM OF YANCEY COUNTY HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8286823671 | $15,012 | |
| AVERY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8287337111 | ||
| HONOR FLIGHT OF NORTHEAST TENNESSEE REGION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8163510811 | ||
| MITCHELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 11 N MITCHELL AVENUE SUITE 101 | 8286884371 | |
| SYCAMORE SHOALS STATE HISTORIC AREA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1373 RITTERTOWN ROAD | 4237252298 | |
| TANASI ARTS AND HERITAGE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4237350217 |
Libraries in Bakersville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVERY-MITCHELL-YANCEY REGIONAL LIBRARY | 289 BURNSVILLE SCHOOL RD | 0.0 | 102,344 |
Farmers Markets in Bakersville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avery County Farmers Market | Newland Elementary School Parking Lot Highway 18 | ||||
| Bakersville Farmers Market | 86 North Mitchell Avenue | ||||
| Erwin/Unicoi County Farmers Market | Erwin Town Hall | January to December | |||
| Mitchell County Farmers' Markets | Upper Street | 05/01/2013 to 10/30/2013 | Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Town of Unicoi Farmers' Market | 106 Unicoi Village Place | 06/17/2016 to 10/28/2016 | Fri: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Yancey County Farmers' Market | Town Square | 04/22/2017 to 10/21/2017 | Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM; | Visit |
Restaurants in Bakersville
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bonnie & Clyde's
Lee's Country Cafe
Los Dos Tucanez
Mammies Breakfast Barn
Melony's Pizza Subs & Salads
Mountain Holler Steak & Seafood
Red Wolff Kitchen
Cafes in Bakersville
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Southern Ridge Cafe
Clinics in Bakersville
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bakersville Medical Clinic
Dentists in Bakersville
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
MCHP Dental Center
Gas Stations in Bakersville
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Exxon
Exxon
Hopson Express
Marathon
Valero
Banks in Bakersville
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
United Community Bank
Pharmacies in Bakersville
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BAKERSVILLE PHARMACY | 580 NC HIGHWAY 226 SOUTH | 828-688-3241 |
EV Charging Stations in Bakersville
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FBEMC BAKERSVILLE EV1 | 113 N Mitchell Ave | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Bakersville
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 153 Old Rock Quarry Road | TOWER | 79 |
| 153 Old Rock Quarry Road | TOWER | 79 |
| 186 Hudlow Rd | TOWER | 60 |
Fire Stations in Bakersville
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersville Volunteer Fire and Rescue | 306 Baker LN | Mostly volunteer | 828-688-9027 | ||
| Fork Mountain Fire Department & Rescue Squad | 2699 Fork Mountain RD | Volunteer | 828-688-4794 | ||
| Ledger Volunteer Fire Department | 5165 S 226 HWY | Volunteer | 828-688-9072 |
Bridges in Bakersville
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1978 | 25 | 3,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 120 | 3,500 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 163 | 1,900 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 153 | 1,700 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2023 | 65 | 1,400 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1950 | 44 | 1,400 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2008 | 361 | 1,300 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1987 | 106 | 1,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 101 | 1,200 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1997 | 191 | 1,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 106 | 1,000 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1988 | 26 | 1,000 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2013 | 163 | 950 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 37 | 900 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1954 | 21 | 800 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2002 | 510 | 750 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 72 | 750 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1985 | 25 | 650 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 37 | 650 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1968 | 28 | 650 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 38 | 630 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 32 | 550 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 63 | 550 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 37 | 500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1963 | 35 | 500 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1958 | 42 | 500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1978 | 43 | 500 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 48 | 490 | G | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 2018 | 41 | 450 | G | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 2015 | 28 | 450 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 28 | 430 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1992 | 37 | 410 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2012 | 31 | 400 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1973 | 39 | 400 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 38 | 390 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 50 | 390 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 92 | 350 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1989 | 35 | 350 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 58 | 350 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1958 | 32 | 350 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 38 | 350 | P | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 1997 | 22 | 270 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1963 | 71 | 250 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 37 | 250 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1979 | 27 | 230 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 40 | 200 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 138 | 200 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1952 | 23 | 200 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 92 | 200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 47 | 200 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1962 | 51 | 200 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1922 | 127 | 200 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 38 | 150 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 38 | 150 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1993 | 48 | 150 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 38 | 150 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 43 | 150 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 38 | 150 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 41 | 100 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2004 | 31 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 264 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2016 | 27 | 100 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 102 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1971 | 49 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 32 | 100 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1998 | 75 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1959 | 34 | 100 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 32 | 50 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1988 | 45 | 50 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1978 | 23 | 40 | P | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 43 | 40 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 47 | 20 | F |
Airports Near Bakersville
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville Regional Airport | AVL | Medium Airport |
| Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport | TRI | Medium Airport |
| Ashe County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Avery County Morrison Field | — | Small Airport |
| Barker Private STOL Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Big Sandy Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Boone Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cane Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catron Field | — | Small Airport |
| Center Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cleveland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clute's Hilltop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clyde Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crumley Field | — | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Landings Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Dry Pond Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elizabethton Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elk River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foothills Regional Airport | MRN | Small Airport |
| Fox Haven Plantation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friendship Field | — | Small Airport |
| Greeneville Municipal Airport | GCY | Small Airport |
| Hawkins County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendersonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hensley Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Springs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson City Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kite Field | — | Small Airport |
| Lanni Field | — | Small Airport |
| Laughing Crow Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murphy Field | — | Small Airport |
| Northbrook International Ultraport Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Patton Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rebel Air Field | — | Small Airport |
| Roach Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutherford County Marchman Field | — | Small Airport |
| Shiflet Field | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Six Oaks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skyline Peak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southfork Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Srigley Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stieger Field | — | Small Airport |
| Strawberry Ridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Bakersville
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 117 Long View Drive | ||
| Highway Patrol | 106 Highland Avenue | |
| Spruce Pine Police Department | 193 East Valley Road | |
| Yancey County Sheriff's Office | 34 East Main Street |
Grocery Stores in Bakersville
5 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| DOLLAR GENERAL 6097 | Other | 395 Crimson Laurel Way |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18574 | Other | 12144 N 226 Hwy |
| Gateway Market | Grocery Store | 441 Crimson Laurel Way |
| HOPSON'S TEXACO | Convenience Store | 9619 N 226 Hwy |
| Red Hill Grocery | Convenience Store | 5533 N 226 Hwy |
Post Offices in Bakersville
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bakersville Post Office | 130 Hemlock Drive |
Treatment Centers in Bakersville
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Daymark Recovery Services | Both | 828-733-5889 |
| High Country Community Health | Substance Abuse | 828-737-0221 |
DOL Wage Violations in Bakersville
3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $60,127 in back wages owed to 221 employees.
3
Violations
$60,127
Back Wages Owed
221
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Creek Contractors, Inc | — | — | 28705 | — | 2 | $52,852 | $255 | 207 |
| YOUNG'S FUEL SERVICE, INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 28705 | Other Gasoline Stations | 1 | $6,731 | $748 | 9 |
| Mitchell County Group Home | — | — | 28705 | — | 1 | $544 | $109 | 5 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bakersville
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CRY OF A CHILD MISSIONS INTL | 102 RECC DR |
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Historic Markers
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bakersville
What is the population of Bakersville?
Bakersville has a population of 718 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 945 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 61.4% female and 38.6% male.
Is Bakersville expensive to live in?
Bakersville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $39,091, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,000 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Bakersville safe?
Bakersville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,969 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bakersville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Bakersville?
Bakersville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Bakersville?
The job market in Bakersville faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 447 business establishments in the area, including 32 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Bakersville?
The median home value in Bakersville is $229,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,631. For renters, the median monthly rent is $450. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,072.
How are the schools in Bakersville?
Schools in Bakersville score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.1% of adults in Bakersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Bakersville?
The obesity rate in Bakersville is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 22.8% are physically inactive. 29.5% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,138.
What is transportation like in Bakersville?
The average commute in Bakersville is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Bakersville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bakersville is 95.7% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 9.6% of the population are military veterans. 29.9% of residents have a disability. 92.7% have health insurance coverage.
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