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Grandfather Village, NC

North Carolina · Avery County

Grandfather Village is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 25. Residents earn $195,625 per year, which is 160% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
25 Population 16/sq mi density
$195,625 Median Income $150,180 per capita
$1,208,300 Home Value $305,422 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 298 sunny days/yr
93 Violent Crime/100K 2,690 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$195,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$1,208,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
93 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
88.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $195,625
160% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,208,300
329% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 93/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 88.0%
161% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.6%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Grandfather Village Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population25
Median Age73.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$195,625
Per Capita$150,180
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$890M

Housing

B
Home Value$1,208,300
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$305,422
Housing Units477
Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

F
Violent93/100K
Property2,690/100K

Health

Obesity19.6%
Uninsured4.0%
Smoking6.6%
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain64.8 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation3,757 ft (1,145 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+88.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+40.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Broadband13.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Grandfather Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grandfather Village receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Grandfather Village offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grandfather Village is $195,625, which is significantly higher than the national average / 160% above $75,149. This places Grandfather Village among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grandfather Village is $1,208,300, making it a premium housing market at 329% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Grandfather Village is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,690 per 100,000, 37% above the national average.

Education

Grandfather Village is a highly educated community / 88.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Grandfather Village experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Grandfather Village has a population of 25 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 73.8 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 25.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
73.8yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Grandfather Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grandfather Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grandfather Village is $195,625, which is 160% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $150,180 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 698 business establishments, including 63 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grandfather Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$195,625
160% above US avg
Per Capita Income$150,180
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$68,291
Gini Index0.492 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)698
County GDP$890M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare41
Retail79
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,227
21% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.35%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grandfather Village is $1,208,300, 329% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,422, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 477 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $4,227 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,208,300
329% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units477
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,227
21% above US avg
Effective Rate0.35%
In Grandfather Village, 19.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 21.7% have high blood pressure. 6.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.1% report binge drinking. 13.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 16.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.4% experience frequent mental distress. 4.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,466. The dentist ratio is 1:2,196. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Grandfather Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.6%
39% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure21.7%
Asthma6.9%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.6%
53% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.1%
Physical Inactivity13.1%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress10.4%
Physical Distress7.8%
Short Sleep17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.0%
53% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,466
Dentists1:2,196
Mental Health1:209
Checkup Rate48.0%
Dental Visits38.2%
Premature Death9,111/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities41
Grandfather Village has a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,690 per 100,000, 37% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Grandfather Village receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Grandfather Village vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.8/100K
76% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,690.2/100K
37% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Grandfather Village experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 298 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 64.8 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 3,757 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,757 ft (1,145 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates36.0930°N, 81.8538°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAvery County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.8"
70% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0435 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score47.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability76.7 / 100
Community Resilience50.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 138 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 80 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 81 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 108 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 114 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 140 km
Nov 24, 2012 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.0 149 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 71 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 45 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 142 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 32 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 19 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 87 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 143 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 122 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 48 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 57 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 108 km
Aug 14, 2025 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina M2.7 92 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 2 169 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

204 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 21 fatalities, 317 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 49 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 74 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 76 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 86 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 63 km 3
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 46 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 84 km 1
May 26, 2022 EF2 83 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 57 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 83 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 59 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 79 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 35 km 2
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 76 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 70 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 95 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 89 km 0
Nov 15, 2006 EF2 94 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 100 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 68 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 26 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 77 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 30 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 56 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 87 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 49 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 54 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 29 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 48 km
2001 LARMAN 3,072 91 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 23 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 37 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 52 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 99 km
2013 LOST BEAR EAST 2,167 53 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,026 61 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 27 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 37 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 44 km
2016 RAILROAD GRADE 2016 1,790 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 5.0 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in Driest

Grandfather Village has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 29°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and December the driest (3.5").

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Grandfather Village is located in Avery County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 88.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 161% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 40.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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 75.8% of the vote, a 52.4-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 41 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+88.0%
161% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+40.4%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyAvery County County

Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Avg Download Speed182.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed32.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants63
Retail Stores79

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Grandfather Village. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
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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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,029
Toddler$653
Preschool$589
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$766
Toddler$639
Preschool$624
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Avery County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 985 62 $26,267 1.51
Arts & Entertainment 847 21 $44,278 7.01
Retail Trade 839 85 $31,711 1.17
Construction 655 101 $56,608 1.74
Administrative & Waste Services 518 55 $47,193 1.22
Other Services 206 59 $40,042 0.95
Wholesale Trade 134 17 $55,460 0.47
Real Estate 122 50 $55,064 1.09
Manufacturing 75 14 $49,783 0.13

Radio Stations near Grandfather Village

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WNCW - AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Grandfather Village

15 campgrounds found near Grandfather Village.

National Parks Near Grandfather Village

47 national parks and monuments found near Grandfather Village.

ParkTypeFee
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
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
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
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
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
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
Shot Tower Historic 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
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Grandfather Village

173+ trails found near Grandfather Village.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MST - GRANDFATHER RD 71.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MST - APPALACHIAN RD 35.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BUNCOMBE HORSE 16.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4 - - -
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 - -
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 - - -
ROGERS RIDGE TRAIL 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 - -
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 - -
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 - -
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 -
HOLLY SPRINGS 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SUGAR COVE 2.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes - -
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5 - - -
SOUTH RIVER LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4 - - -
WOODY RIDGE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEAD MINE GAP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WOODRUFF RIDGE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
GENTRY CREEK FALLS 2.3 - - -
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 - -
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 - -
SHORT SPUR 1.7 - - -
LITTLE OAK 1.6 - - -
GEM 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
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 - - -
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 - -
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 - -
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1 - - -
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 - -
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 - - -
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 - -
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 - -
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4 - - -
WATAUGA POINT HIKING TRAIL 0.4 - - -
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 - -
HEMLOCK FOREST TRAIL 0.3 - - -
HIGH WATER ALTERNATE TRAIL 0.3 - - -
BACKBONE FALLS 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 - -
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 Grandfather Village

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLOWING ROCK ART & HISTORY MUSEUMART MUSEUM159 CHESTNUT STREET8282959099$1,127,744
BLOWING ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$29,616
APPALACHIAN CULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM400 UNIVERSITY HALL DRIVE7042623117
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ARBORCREST GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8282654873
AVERY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8287337111
BEECH MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BUTLER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4237683880
BUTLER WATAUGA VALLEY HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM4237683880
CATHERINE J. SMITH GALLERYART MUSEUM8282627338
CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSECHILDREN'S MUSEUM8282630011
COLLETTS VILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CROSSNORE COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER651 HORN IN THE WEST DRIVE
F. KENNETH AND MARJORIE J. MCKINNEY GEOLOGY TEACHING MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8282627609
GREATER BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7990 HICKORY NUT GAP RD8288983634
HICKORY RIDGE HOMESTEAD MUSEMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8282642120
HISTORIC BANNER ELK SCHOOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOOKING GLASS GALLERYART MUSEUM8282622000
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTSART MUSEUM8282623017
WATAUGA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 34538282644275

Farmers Markets in Grandfather Village

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Avery County Farmers MarketNewland Elementary School Parking Lot Highway 18
Blowing Rock Fresh MarketLocated between Memorial Park and the American Legion on Wallingford StreetVisit
High Country Farmers Market178 King StVisit
Mitchell County Farmers' MarketsUpper Street05/01/2013 to 10/30/2013Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Valle Crucis Farmers Market at Mast GeneralBehind the Mast General Store
Watauga County Farmers' Market591 Horn In the West Drive05/03/2014 to 11/29/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Grandfather Village

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mildred's Grill

Gyms in Grandfather Village

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GGCC Fitness Center

Golf Courses in Grandfather Village

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grandfather Golf & Country Club
Linville Ridge

Breweries in Grandfather Village

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blowing Rock BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries152 Sunset Dr18284149600
Blowing Rock Brewing Co.Brewery129 Greenway Ct8284149600Visit
Blowing Rock InnBrewery, Beer Garden, Motel, Brewery, and Beer Garden, Motel157 Hill St8282957921
Lost Province Brewing CompanyBrewery and Pizza Place Downtown Boone130 N Depot St8282653506Visit

Cell Towers in Grandfather Village

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3313 MORGANTON BLVD (66364)LTOWER81
153 Old Rock Quarry RoadTOWER79
153 Old Rock Quarry RoadTOWER79
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
4720 SAINT MARKS ROAD (66398)MTOWER36

Bridges in Grandfather Village

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19873602,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19873802,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19873792,000F
Segmental Box GirderPrestressed concrete continuous19831,2492,000G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19752842,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete1969100810F
FrameConcrete195039220F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195826200F
FrameConcrete193527190F
Arch (Deck)Concrete194112325F

Airports Near Grandfather Village

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asheville Regional AirportAVLMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Alexander County Airport-Small Airport
Ashe County Airport-Small Airport
Avery County Morrison Field-Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport-Small Airport
Brown 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
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
Fly Sky Airport-Small Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Fox Haven Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Friendship Field-Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport-Small Airport
Indian Creek Airport-Small Airport
Indian Springs Airport-Small Airport
Jeffords Airport-Small Airport
Johnson City Airport-Small Airport
Johnson County Airport-Small Airport
Kite Field-Small Airport
Laneys Airport-Small Airport
Lanni Field-Small Airport
Laughing Crow Airpark-Small Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport-Small Airport
Lower Creek Airport-Small Airport
Maxwell 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
Patton Valley Airport-Small Airport
Rebel Air Field-Small Airport
Rutherford County Marchman Field-Small Airport
Shiflet Field-Small Airport
Silver Creek Airport-Small Airport
Six Oaks Airport-Small Airport
Skyland Airport-Small Airport
Skyline Peak Airport-Small Airport
South Fork Field-Small Airport

Police Stations in Grandfather Village

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Appalachian State University Police / Traffic & Parking Department461 Rivers Street
Banner Elk Police Department
Beech Mountain Police Department403 Beech Mountain Parkway
Burke Cty Sheriff Station
Highway Patrol106 Highland Avenue
Spruce Pine Police Department193 East Valley Road
Town of Blowing Rock Police Department
Town of Boone Police Department & Town Council Chambers1500 Blowing Rock Road
Watauga County Sheriff's Office184 Hodges Gap Road

Treatment Centers in Grandfather Village

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Daymark Recovery ServicesBoth828-733-5889
High Country Community HealthSubstance Abuse828-737-0221
High Country Community HealthSubstance Abuse828-262-3886

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grandfather Village

What is the population of Grandfather Village?

Grandfather Village has a population of 25 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 73.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Grandfather Village expensive to live in?

Grandfather Village 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 $195,625, 160% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,208,300 (329% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Grandfather Village safe?

Grandfather Village is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,690 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Grandfather Village receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Grandfather Village?

Grandfather Village has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Grandfather Village?

The job market in Grandfather Village is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 698 business establishments in the area, including 63 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Grandfather Village?

The median home value in Grandfather Village is $1,208,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,422. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,227.

How are the schools in Grandfather Village?

Schools in Grandfather Village score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 88.0% of adults in Grandfather Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 40.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grandfather Village?

The obesity rate in Grandfather Village is 19.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.6% of adults are smokers. 13.1% are physically inactive. 16.6% of residents report depression. 4.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,466.

What are the demographics of Grandfather Village?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grandfather Village is 100% White. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 25.0% of the population are military veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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