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Glen Alpine, NC
North Carolina · Burke County · Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro
Glen Alpine is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,995. Residents earn $62,917 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
3.3
/5.0
B
Good
1,995
Population
928/sq mi density
$62,917
Median Income
$28,680 per capita
$173,200
Home Value
$253,317 Zillow
$847
Median Rent
26.7% income on rent
58°F
Avg Temperature
301 sunny days/yr
256
Violent Crime/100K
3,842 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,917 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,200 home value, $847/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
256 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$62,917
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$173,200
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
256/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.9%
28% higher than US avg
How Glen Alpine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,995
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density928/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.8%
Economy
B+Median Income$62,917
Per Capita$28,680
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$3,724M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+Home Value$173,200
Rent$847
Ownership80.0%
Zillow$253,317
Housing Units710
Rent Burden26.7%
Crime
FViolent256/100K
Property3,842/100K
Health
Obesity37.3%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,187 ft (362 m)
Education
BBachelor's+29.3%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score6.00
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.1%
EV Stations7
Libraries3
Is Glen Alpine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Glen Alpine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Glen Alpine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Glen Alpine is $62,917, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Glen Alpine is $173,200, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Glen Alpine is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,842 per 100,000, 96% above the national average.
Education
29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Glen Alpine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Glen Alpine has a population of 1,995 with a density of 928 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 8.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.2% have health insurance coverage.
Population
1,995
Total Population
928
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Glen Alpine vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Glen Alpine vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Glen Alpine is $62,917, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,680 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $942, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,725 business establishments, including 158 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 8.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Glen Alpine vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,917 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,680 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $942 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,014 |
| Gini Index | 0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,725 |
| County GDP | $3,724M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 158 |
| Healthcare | 177 |
| Retail | 253 |
| Manufacturing | 111 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.2% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
Walkability
The median home value in Glen Alpine is $173,200, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,317, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% 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. 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 710 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,828. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $173,200 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $253,317 |
| Median List Price | $430,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $430,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $192 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $847 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 80.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.0% |
| Housing Units | 710 |
| Median Year Built | 1970 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,828 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Glen Alpine, 37.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 35.1% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.0% report binge drinking. 28.4% are physically inactive. 28.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593. The dentist ratio is 1:2,044. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Glen Alpine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.2% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.4% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Short Sleep | 35.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Uninsured | 12.1% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,593 |
| Dentists | 1:2,044 |
| Mental Health | 1:303 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Dental Visits | 60.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,521/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 177 |
Glen Alpine has a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,842 per 100,000, 96% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Glen Alpine receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Glen Alpine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 256.2/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,842.5/100K |
| 96% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Glen Alpine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 301 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 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,187 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,187 ft (362 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 928/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7307°N, 81.7826°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Burke County County |
| Nearest Airport | Foothills Regional (MRN) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 70.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 67.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 30.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
Glen Alpine has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (3.7").
Glen Alpine is located in Burke County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 29.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.3% of the vote, a 41.2-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 177 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 41.2 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.3% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.00 |
B
Education Grade (3.3/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 928/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| County | Burke County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 81.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 133.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 11.2 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 177 |
| Restaurants | 158 |
| Retail Stores | 253 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.2% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
Average costs for common services in Glen Alpine. 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 | $783 |
| Toddler | $551 |
| Preschool | $484 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $675 |
| Toddler | $514 |
| Preschool | $518 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Burke County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 7,515 | 109 | $53,751 | 3.10 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 4,591 | 225 | $64,669 | 1.08 |
| Retail Trade | 3,006 | 249 | $31,700 | 1.02 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 2,899 | 156 | $20,003 | 1.08 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 1,355 | 108 | $35,463 | 0.78 |
| Construction | 810 | 178 | $54,539 | 0.52 |
| Wholesale Trade | 567 | 70 | $64,106 | 0.49 |
| Other Services | 504 | 122 | $39,259 | 0.57 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 409 | 139 | $60,791 | 0.20 |
| Finance & Insurance | 357 | 85 | $67,498 | 0.30 |
| Educational Services | 241 | 14 | $34,785 | 0.39 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 194 | 15 | $27,291 | 0.39 |
| Real Estate | 150 | 70 | $64,236 | 0.33 |
| Information & Technology | 119 | 26 | $57,657 | 0.21 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 88 | 33 | $56,074 | 0.07 |
| Utilities | 54 | 5 | $90,551 | 0.48 |
| Management of Companies | 45 | 7 | $102,095 | 0.09 |
Radio Stations near Glen Alpine
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNCW | — | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Glen Alpine
10 campgrounds found near Glen Alpine.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns River Road Backcountry Camping | 5.0/5 | 2 | $15 |
| KEOWEE PARK SHELTER | 5.0/5 | 1 | $40 |
| BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 6 | $125 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 37 | $28–$56 |
| CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) | 4.5/5 | 24 | $10 |
| WARRIOR CREEK | 4.5/5 | 63 | $22–$85 |
| 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 |
National Parks Near Glen Alpine
45 national parks and monuments found near Glen Alpine.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson State Park | State Park | 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 |
| Bullhead Mountain 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 |
| Cowpens National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Croft State Park | State Park | 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 |
| Grandfather Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jones Gap 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 |
| Lake Norman State Park | State Park | Free |
| Landsford Canal 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 |
| 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 |
| Paris Mountain State Park | State Park | 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 |
| Stone Mountain 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 Glen Alpine
133+ trails found near Glen Alpine.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MST - GRANDFATHER RD | 71.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUNCOMBE HORSE | 16.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| LINVILLE GORGE | 12.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WILSON RIDGE | 12.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CREST | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOST COVE LOOP | 8.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SHORTOFF | 7.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODS MOUNTAIN | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WILSON CREEK | 6.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STEELES CREEK | 6.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YANCEY RIDGE | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HARPER CREEK | 6.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
| POINT LOOKOUT | 3.6 | ASPHALT | Yes | 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 | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1 | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SCHOOLHOUSE RIDGE | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| BALD KNOB RIDGE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YELLOW BUCK | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STAR GAP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HOLLY SPRINGS | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SUGAR COVE | 2.6 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SOUTH RIVER LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODY RIDGE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LEAD MINE GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODRUFF RIDGE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 10 | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BRUSHY RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PERSIMMON RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINE RIDGE CONNECTOR | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG LOST COVE CLIFFS | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH RIVER LOOP | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GEM | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HICKORY BRANCH | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| SPENCE RIDGE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONLEY COVE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PHILLIPS BRANCH | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS HOLE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| TABLE ROCK GAP | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE TABLE ROCK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINCH-IN | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH HARPER SHORTCUT | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HAWKSBILL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BYNUM BLUFF | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | 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 | — | — |
| OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY TRAIL | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| MEADOWS LOOP | 0.9 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BROWN MOUNTAIN 8 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| 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 | — |
| TABLE ROCK SUMMIT | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS DEN NATURE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIAR BOTTOM BIKE | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| OAK HOLLOW | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GRASSY RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHINA CREEK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| TOMS CREEK FALLS | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| BUCKEYE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT | 0.3 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| SETROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| 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 Glen Alpine
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HISTORY MUSEUM OF BURKE COUNTY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 201 W MEETING ST | 8284371777 | $278,240 |
| HISTORIC CARSON HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8287244948 | $118,905 | |
| CALDWELL HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8287584004 | $59,841 | |
| BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BURKE SUNRISE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1301 BETHEL ROAD | ||
| CALDWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | POST� OFFICE BOX 2160��������������� | ||
| CALDWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC RUSMISELL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| RAYMOND B. GOODFELLOW ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| SENATOR SAM J. ERVIN JR. LIBRARY AND MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WALDENSIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8288741111 |
Libraries in Glen Alpine
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCDOWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 90 W COURT ST | 0.0 | 129,300 | |||
| BURKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 204 S KING ST | 0.0 | 105,659 |
Farmers Markets in Glen Alpine
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burke County Farmer's Market II | Faett Street | Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Fri: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM; | |||
| Caldwell County Farmers Market | 5936 Rock Falls Road | ||||
| Historic Marion Tailgate Market | 67 West Henderson Street | 05/01/2018 to 12/11/2018 | Tue: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | ||
| Lenoir Downtown Farmers Market | 912 West Ave | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Wed: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Morganton Farmer's Market | 300 Beach St. | April to October | Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Morganton Farmer's Market | 111 North Green Street | 04/30/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Wed: 1:00 PM-5:30 PM; | Visit |
Restaurants in Glen Alpine
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bones Jones Burgers and Butchery
Carolina Diner
Carolina Smoke Legendary Barbecue
Doogie's Pizza & Subs
The Green Wave Restaurant
Clinics in Glen Alpine
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Table Rock Family Medicine
Gas Stations in Glen Alpine
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
Cloers Express
Breweries in Glen Alpine
Cell Towers in Glen Alpine
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 3026 HIGH PEAK RD (66367) | LTOWER | 97 |
| 1164 PIEDMONT RD (66365) | GTOWER | 96 |
| 1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy Valley | TOWER | 86 |
| 1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy Valley | TOWER | 86 |
| 2512 US 64 S (153418) | LTOWER | 81 |
| 3313 MORGANTON BLVD (66364) | LTOWER | 81 |
| 4025 SMAWLEY STREET (66381) | LTOWER | 79 |
| (Silver Creek I40) 4029 SMAWLEY STREET (021132 / Silver Creek) | LTOWER | 79 |
| 2700 Bill Tuttle Road (66406) | LTOWER | 74 |
| 186 Hudlow Rd | TOWER | 60 |
| (Oak Hill) 2834 Frank Whisnant Rd | LTOWER | 50 |
| 4033 Mountain View Circle (154035) | LTOWER | 41 |
Bridges in Glen Alpine
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 250 | 20,750 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 250 | 20,750 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1956 | 246 | 11,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1998 | 241 | 5,200 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 33 | 4,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 35 | 4,800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 150 | 3,800 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 120 | 3,800 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 150 | 3,800 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 90 | 3,300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 190 | 3,300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1959 | 398 | 3,100 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2001 | 212 | 3,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1998 | 35 | 3,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2002 | 29 | 3,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1936 | 50 | 2,700 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 228 | 2,300 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1956 | 209 | 2,300 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1956 | 238 | 2,300 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 88 | 2,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 729 | 1,700 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2009 | 96 | 1,700 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1958 | 85 | 1,500 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 106 | 1,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 431 | 900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2005 | 180 | 900 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1996 | 24 | 750 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1983 | 28 | 700 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 195 | 650 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 120 | 600 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 72 | 550 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 91 | 500 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 94 | 500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1990 | 31 | 500 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2003 | 92 | 500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2006 | 29 | 500 | G | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 2018 | 25 | 400 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 2007 | 39 | 220 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2017 | 25 | 210 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1978 | 29 | 200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 31 | 200 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 47 | 200 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2005 | 24 | 180 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2018 | 52 | 170 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 60 | 100 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1978 | 31 | 100 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Glen Alpine
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BROYHILL FURNITURE MARION PLT | 426 WEST HENDERSON STREET | MC DOWELL |
| THOMASVILLE FURNITURE IND | 315 ELIZABETH STREET NORTH WEST | CALDWELL |
Airports Near Glen Alpine
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hickory Regional Airport | HKY | Medium Airport |
| Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport | TRI | Medium Airport |
| Alexander County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ashe County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Avery County Morrison Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bell Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boomerang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boone Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cane Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Center Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cleveland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clute's Hilltop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clyde Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dirt Dobber's Grass Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Dry Pond Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elizabethton Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elk River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fly Sky Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Bj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foothills Regional Airport | MRN | Small Airport |
| Fox Haven Plantation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friendship Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fulton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gastonia Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gryder-Teague Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hendersonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jeffords Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson City Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Field | — | Small Airport |
| La Dolce Terra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laneys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lanni Field | — | Small Airport |
| Laughing Crow Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Little Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mouse and Snake Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Northbrook International Ultraport Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Paradise Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Patton Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pearson's Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rebel Air Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rizzy Ridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Glen Alpine
9 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Burke Cty Sheriff Station | ||
| Caldwell County Sheriff's Office | 2351 Morganton Boulevard Southwest | |
| County Sheriff's Detective Division | Mulberry Street Northwest | |
| Glen Alpine Police Department | 103 Pitts Street | |
| Lenoir Police Department | 1035 West Avenue Northwest | |
| Marion Police Department | 270 South Main Street | |
| McDowell county Law Center | 593 Spaulding Road | |
| Morganton Department of Public Safety | 304 South College Street | |
| Valdese Police Department | 121 Faet Street Southwest |
Grocery Stores in Glen Alpine
11 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| B & S Variety | Convenience Store | 4020 Kathy Rd |
| Carbon City Quick Mart Inc. | Convenience Store | 1308 Carbon City Rd |
| Dollar General 12973 | Other | 103 E MAIN STREET |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18145 | Other | 2784 Frank Whisnant Rd |
| Dollar General 23541 | Other | 2379 US 70 W |
| Hillbilly Grocery | Convenience Store | 1915 Conley Rd |
| Midway Mart | Convenience Store | 7121 US Highway 64 |
| Nouria 1007 Jamestown Road 252 | Convenience Store | 1007 Jamestown Rd |
| Oakhill Grocery | Convenience Store | 2375 NC 181 |
| Shop N Save | Convenience Store | 3241 NC 126 |
| Thrifty Mart | Convenience Store | 503 W Main St |
Post Offices in Glen Alpine
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Postal Service | 102 Catawba Street |
Treatment Centers in Glen Alpine
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Archway Counseling | Substance Abuse | 828-475-1804 |
| Bethel Colony of Mercy - Womens Campus | Substance Abuse | 828-754-3781 x6 |
| Burke Recovery | Substance Abuse | 828-433-1221 |
| Caldwell UNC Healthcare | Mental Health | 828-757-5100 |
| Carolinas Healthcare System - Blue Ridge Morganton | Both | 828-580-6403 |
| Crossroads Recovery Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 828-659-8626 |
| Flynn Recovery Community | Substance Abuse | 828-437-9491 |
| Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Burke Day Treatment | Mental Health | 828-439-2604 |
| Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Burkwell | Mental Health | 828-439-8191 |
| Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Horizons Day Treatment | Mental Health | 828-439-8191 |
| Focus Behavioral Health Services LLC - Outpatient Clinic and Intensive InHome | Mental Health | 828-439-8191 |
| McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - Marion | Substance Abuse | 704-332-9001 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Glen Alpine
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE | HWY 70 W |
| GIBBS CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH | PO BOX 606 |
| PRAISE ASSEMBLY OF GOD | PO BOX 897 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Glen Alpine
What is the population of Glen Alpine?
Glen Alpine has a population of 1,995 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 928 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.
Is Glen Alpine expensive to live in?
Glen Alpine 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 $62,917, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $173,200 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Glen Alpine safe?
Glen Alpine is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,842 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Glen Alpine receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Glen Alpine?
Glen Alpine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Glen Alpine?
The job market in Glen Alpine is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $942. There are 1,725 business establishments in the area, including 158 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 8.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Glen Alpine?
The median home value in Glen Alpine is $173,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,317. For renters, the median monthly rent is $847. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,828.
How are the schools in Glen Alpine?
Schools in Glen Alpine score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.3% of adults in Glen Alpine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Glen Alpine?
The obesity rate in Glen Alpine is 37.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 28.4% are physically inactive. 28.5% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593.
What is transportation like in Glen Alpine?
The average commute in Glen Alpine is 26 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Glen Alpine?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Glen Alpine is 90.2% White, 2.9% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 8.8% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.
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