Spruce Pine, NC

North Carolina · Yancey County

Spruce Pine is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,381. Residents earn $47,583 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,381 Population 586/sq mi density
$47,583 Median Income $29,134 per capita
$202,300 Home Value $257,784 Zillow
$735 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
91 Violent Crime/100K 1,553 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,583 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$202,300 home value, $735/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
91 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,583
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,300
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 91/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

How Spruce Pine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,381
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,583
Per Capita$29,134
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$605M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$202,300
Rent$735
Ownership66.3%
Zillow$257,784
Housing Units1,294
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent91/100K
Property1,553/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured16.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation2,522 ft (769 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Broadband80.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Spruce Pine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spruce Pine receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Spruce Pine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spruce Pine is $47,583, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spruce Pine is $202,300, 28% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Spruce Pine is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,553 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Spruce Pine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches, including 12.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Spruce Pine has a population of 2,381 with a density of 586 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 11.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.7% of residents, while 10.8% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,381
Total Population
2023 Census
586
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Spruce Pine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish 10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spruce Pine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spruce Pine is $47,583, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,134 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $922, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 497 business establishments, including 25 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spruce Pine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,583
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,134
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$62,054
Gini Index0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)497
County GDP$605M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare33
Retail59
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,055
13% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Spruce Pine is $202,300, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,784, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% 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. 66.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,294 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. The average annual property tax is $3,055. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,300
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,784

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.3%
Owner-Occupied66.3%
Renter-Occupied33.7%
Housing Units1,294
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,055
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Spruce Pine, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.2% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 23.4% are physically inactive. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 16.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,705. The dentist ratio is 1:3,135. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Spruce Pine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Uninsured16.6%
93% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,705
Dentists1:3,135
Mental Health1:421
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death8,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities33
Spruce Pine has a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,553 per 100,000, 21% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Spruce Pine receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Spruce Pine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent91.4/100K
76% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,553.2/100K
21% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents39
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Spruce Pine experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. 82% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,522 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation2,522 ft (769 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates35.9140°N, 82.0697°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyYancey County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
51% above US avg
Snowfall 12.7"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood
Good Days %81.9%
Unhealthy Days0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0493 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score42.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.6 / 100
Community Resilience41.1 / 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 Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 148 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 112 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 107 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 99 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 81 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 123 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 134 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 134 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 126 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 68 km
Nov 24, 2012 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.0 129 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 4 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 133 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 48 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 98 km
Apr 5, 2005 1 km SE of Blaine, Tennessee M2.9 148 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 46 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 143 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 24 km
Dec 15, 1995 Kentucky-Tennessee border region M2.8 149 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 2 161 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

201 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 361 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 62 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 66 km 4
May 5, 1989 EF4 94 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 61 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 83 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 68 km 6
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 41 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 64 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 94 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 67 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 60 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 53 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 70 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 67 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 86 km 0
Nov 15, 2006 EF2 99 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 82 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF2 71 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF2 34 km 0
Aug 16, 1994 EF2 71 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 17 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 52 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 17 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 50 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 65 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 49 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 27 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 19 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 22 km
2001 LARMAN 3,072 70 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 21 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 24 km
2016 HALLS TOP 2,464 97 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 75 km
2010 BROWN GAP CREEK-A 2,210 84 km
2013 LOST BEAR EAST 2,167 26 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,026 47 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 14 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 18 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 17 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 5.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in Wettest
May 60°F (16°C) 5.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 5.0 in
July 71°F (21°C) 5.5 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 5.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.6 in

Spruce Pine has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 34°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (3.5").

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Spruce Pine is located in Yancey County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.8% of the vote, a 34.4-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 33 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 34.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents39
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score6.33
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi
CountyYancey County County

Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Avg Download Speed68.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.4 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants25
Retail Stores59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%
Average costs for common services in Spruce Pine. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$843
Toddler$775
Preschool$532
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$761
Toddler$474
Preschool$516
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Yancey County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,226 18 $61,316 3.21
Retail Trade 647 67 $33,450 1.39
Health Care & Social Assistance 439 59 $43,765 0.66
Construction 374 59 $54,200 1.53
Accommodation & Food Services 354 30 $20,851 0.84
Other Services 120 44 $48,451 0.86
Arts & Entertainment 100 10 $44,025 1.28
Finance & Insurance 90 25 $51,815 0.48
Professional & Technical Services 87 42 $41,379 0.27
Administrative & Waste Services 77 26 $38,259 0.28
Transportation & Warehousing 54 14 $54,466 0.27
Real Estate 26 24 $47,635 0.36
Educational Services 22 8 $26,850 0.23
Information & Technology 20 8 $30,508 0.23

Colleges & Universities in Spruce Pine

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Mayland Community College Public · Associate 1,114 - $2,560 $8,704

Hospitals in Spruce Pine

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
BLUE RIDGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals 3/5 Yes (828) 765-4201

Schools in Spruce Pine

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Harris Middle Middle 236 17 13.9:1
Greenlee Primary Elementary 222 17 13.1:1
Deyton Elementary Elementary 219 15 14.6:1
Mayland Early College High 119 5 23.8:1
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Radio Stations near Spruce Pine

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
99.9 Kiss Country country AAC

Campgrounds Near Spruce Pine

14 campgrounds found near Spruce Pine.

NameRatingSitesPrice
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
THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS 3.5/5 2 $30

National Parks Near Spruce Pine

47 national parks and monuments found near Spruce Pine.

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
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
Crowders Mountain State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Devils Fork State Park 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
Keowee-Toxaway 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
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
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 Spruce Pine

176+ trails found near Spruce Pine.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
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
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 - -
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 - - -
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 - -
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 - - -
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5 - - -
SOUTH RIVER LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DEVILS CREEK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
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 - - -
BROWN MOUNTAIN 10 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BRUSHY RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PERSIMMON RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
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 - - -
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 - - -
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 - -
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
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 - - -
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 - -
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 - -
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 - - -
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 - -
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 Spruce Pine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HISTORIC CARSON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8287244948$118,905
MUSEUM OF YANCEY COUNTY HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM8286823671$15,012
AVERY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8287337111
CROSSNORE COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREATER BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7990 HICKORY NUT GAP RD8288983634
HISTORIC BANNER ELK SCHOOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MITCHELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11 N MITCHELL AVENUE SUITE 1018286884371

Libraries in Spruce Pine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCDOWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY90 W COURT ST0.0129,300
AVERY-MITCHELL-YANCEY REGIONAL LIBRARY289 BURNSVILLE SCHOOL RD0.0102,344

Farmers Markets in Spruce Pine

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Avery County Farmers MarketNewland Elementary School Parking Lot Highway 18
Bakersville Farmers Market86 North Mitchell Avenue
Historic Marion Tailgate Market67 West Henderson Street05/01/2018 to 12/11/2018Tue: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Mitchell County Farmers' MarketsUpper Street05/01/2013 to 10/30/2013Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Yancey County Farmers' MarketTown Square04/22/2017 to 10/21/2017Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;Visit

Hotels in Spruce Pine

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Inn
Big Lynn Lodge
La Petite Chalet
Lemon Tree Inn
Skyline Village Inn
Switzerland Inn

Restaurants in Spruce Pine

21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

50's Classic Diner
Anchor's Away Cafe' Inc.
Bangkok Station
Chalet Restaurant
City Drive-In
CJ’s BBQ
Country Cafe
El Ranchero Restaurant
Fox and the Fig
Gustoso Ristorante
Hef's Restaurant
Live Oak Gastropub
Los 4 Mariachis
No. 3 Grill
Pizza Hut
Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood Restaurant
Switzerland Cafe and General Store
The Apple Core Grill
The Tropical Grill
Tokyo Restaurant
Western Sizzlin'

Cafes in Spruce Pine

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

DT's Blue Ridge Java
Penland School Coffee Shop

Monuments in Spruce Pine

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gillespie Gap

Clinics in Spruce Pine

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MCHP - Celo Health Center
Messino Cancer Centers

Dentists in Spruce Pine

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Taylor F. Townsend DDS, PLLC

Veterinaries in Spruce Pine

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell Veterinary Hospital
Stewart's Mountain View Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Spruce Pine

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Excel
Murphy USA
Valero
Valero

Banks in Spruce Pine

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OneMain Financial
State Employees Credit Union
United Community Bank

Shopping Malls in Spruce Pine

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Great Meadows Inc | Spruce Pin Shopping Center

Gyms in Spruce Pine

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fitness Express LLC

Golf Courses in Spruce Pine

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grassy Creek Golf & Country Club
Linville Falls Golf Club

Nursing Homes in Spruce Pine

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BRIAN CTR HEALTH & REHAB/SPRUC
218 LAUREL CREEK COURT
 For profit - Corporation 127 105 2/5 - 2/5 4/5 8287657312

Pharmacies in Spruce Pine

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BLUE RIDGE HOME CARE 220 HOSPITAL DRIVE 828-765-5731
CVS - 7574 12121 SOUTH NC HIGHWAY 226 828-765-7076
HOSPITAL DRIVE PHARMACY 409 ALTAPASS HIGHWAY 828-765-2025
INGLES MARKET - 33 125 GREENWOOD ROAD 828-765-0235
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2749 2514 HALLTOWN ROAD 828-766-8456

Cell Towers in Spruce Pine

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4025 SMAWLEY STREET (66381)LTOWER79
(Silver Creek I40) 4029 SMAWLEY STREET (021132 / Silver Creek)LTOWER79
186 Hudlow RdTOWER60

Fire Stations in Spruce Pine

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Spruce Pine Fire & Rescue100 Firefighter WAYVolunteer828-765-3009

Bridges in Spruce Pine

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197785612,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous19664111,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous19552111,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous19784010,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous19774310,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20171869,600G
CulvertConcrete continuous1960269,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19986188,200F
CulvertConcrete continuous1950407,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous1952436,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19702765,900F
FrameConcrete1939325,007F
FrameConcrete1940285,007F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20191864,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19862594,800P
CulvertConcrete continuous1952493,900F
Tee BeamConcrete1938733,100F
CulvertConcrete continuous1958233,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19703252,100P
CulvertConcrete continuous1978352,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19782802,100F
CulvertConcrete continuous1978321,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782441,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1952271,400F
CulvertSteel1992211,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2011761,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete200052850G
SlabPrestressed concrete199447850F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195931850P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2017109850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201738850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196328850F
Tee BeamConcrete192233830F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195232750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1966130700P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1966123700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195291700P
SlabPrestressed concrete198732700F
SlabPrestressed concrete199962700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1952103700F
CulvertConcrete continuous196541600G
CulvertConcrete continuous196425600F
CulvertConcrete continuous196531600G
CulvertConcrete continuous192023600F
SlabPrestressed concrete1978190520F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198341480P
SlabPrestressed concrete198572360F
SlabPrestressed concrete198492360G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195741360G
SlabPrestressed concrete1971161350P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195237350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1980240310F
SlabPrestressed concrete1972121300P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196043300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2002179300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous192142300P
SlabPrestressed concrete199953250G
CulvertConcrete continuous195021250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196426250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197941250P
SlabPrestressed concrete200950250G
SlabPrestressed concrete200960250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198142250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201264230G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196242220F
CulvertConcrete continuous201621200G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron201925200G
SlabPrestressed concrete197091100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19572960F
CulvertConcrete20152750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197710140F

Correctional Facilities in Spruce Pine

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
MOUNTAIN VIEW CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION545 AMITY PARK RDSTATE895884OPEN
AVERY-MITCHELL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION600 AMITY PARK RDSTATE816816OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Spruce Pine

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BROYHILL FURNITURE MARION PLT426 WEST HENDERSON STREETMC DOWELL

Airports Near Spruce Pine

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asheville Regional AirportAVLMedium Airport
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Ashe County Airport-Small Airport
Avery County Morrison Field-Small Airport
Barker Private STOL Airport-Small Airport
Bell Mountain Airport-Small Airport
Big Sandy Landing-Small Airport
Boomerang Airport-Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport-Small Airport
Brevard 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
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
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
Greeneville Municipal AirportGCYSmall Airport
Hendersonville Airport-Small Airport
Hensley Airpark-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
La Dolce Terra Airport-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
Paradise Landing-Small Airport
Patton Valley Airport-Small Airport
Rebel Air Field-Small Airport
Roach Farm Airport-Small Airport
Rondo Airport-Small Airport
Rutherford County Marchman Field-Small Airport

Police Stations in Spruce Pine

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
117 Long View Drive
Burke Cty Sheriff Station
Highway Patrol106 Highland Avenue
Marion Police Department270 South Main Street
McDowell county Law Center593 Spaulding Road
Spruce Pine Police Department193 East Valley Road
Yancey County Sheriff's Office34 East Main Street

Grocery Stores in Spruce Pine

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Cruz Thru 1Convenience Store11111 Hwy 226 South
CVS Pharmacy 7574Other12121 S 226 Hwy
Dollar General 16504Other6159 19 E Hwy
Dollar General 18037Other8881 US 221 N
DOLLAR GENERAL 3134Other11937 S 226 Hwy
Dollar General 31478Other9172 S US 19e Highway Hwy
Dollar Tree 8422Other11925 S 226 Hwy
Murphy USA 6597Convenience Store2474 Halltown Rd
Stamey's Grocery 1Convenience Store6385 19e Hwy
THE PRODUCE STANDOther12903 Highway 226 S
Tractor Food And FarmsOther10992 S Highway 226
Uplifting Deals LLCGrocery Store929 Oak Ave
Walmart Supercenter 2749Super Store2514 Halltown Rd

Post Offices in Spruce Pine

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Little Switzerland Post Office9455 Highway 226A
United States Postal Service899 Oak Avenue

Treatment Centers in Spruce Pine

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse828-659-8626
Daymark Recovery ServicesBoth828-733-5889
High Country Community HealthSubstance Abuse828-737-0221
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing - MarionSubstance Abuse704-332-9001

DOL Wage Violations in Spruce Pine

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $30,899 in back wages owed to 63 employees.

5
Violations
$30,899
Back Wages Owed
63
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
Spruce Pine Tire Service - - 28777 - 1 $15,420 $1,927 8
Carolina Home Care Specialists - - 28777 - 1 $9,619 $534 18
Mitchell House - ALG Senior 28777 - 1 $2,691 $122 22
154036 - NEW BUCK CORPORATION [OSHA] - - 28777 Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing 1 $2,106 $2,106 1
Luke Enterprises - - 28777 - 1 $1,063 $76 14

Churches & Religious Organizations in Spruce Pine

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALTAPASS CHURCH OF GOD3987 ALTAPASS HWY
BRIDGE CHURCH OF WNC207 PINEBRIDGE AVE
DAYSPRING FARM FOR VETERANS INC1834 US HWY 19E
MOMS LOVE14967 NC 226
ROCKY BRANCH EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES INC271 E VALLEY RD
THE SAVAGE SAINTSPO BOX 15

Explore Near Spruce Pine

Mines
23
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Waterfalls
7
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
6
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
3
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Historic Markers
3
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Mines Near Spruce Pine

23 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Spruce Pine.

Name Description
Black Mine Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned)
Buna Mine Feldspar - Surface (Intermittent)
Crabtree Dimension Sandstone - Surface (Abandoned)
Crystal Plant Quartz, Crystal - Surface (Abandoned)
Duncan Tailings Facility Feldspar - Surface (Active)
Gem Mountain Garnet - Surface (Abandoned)
Hawkins Mine Feldspar - Surface (Active)
HONEYCUTT MINE Dimension Sandstone - Surface (Active)
K-T Feldspar Plant and Mine Feldspar - Facility (Active)
KT Mica Mica - Facility (Active)
Midnight Blue Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Active)
Mitchell County Quarry Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned)
Mitchell Stone Sand, Common - Surface (Abandoned)
Pete Lawson/Beaver Creek Mine Feldspar - Surface (Intermittent)
Pisgah Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Intermittent)
Quartz / Feldspar Operation Quartz, Ground - Facility (Intermittent)
Schoolhouse Quartz Plant Quartz, Crystal - Surface (Active)
Schoolhouse Research & Development Feldspar - Surface (Abandoned)
Spruce Pine Crushed, Broken Granite - Surface (Active)
Steel Gray Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned)
Steel Gray Mine A and B Dimension Stone NEC - Surface (Abandoned)
The Feldspar Plant Feldspar - Facility (Active)
Wiseman Sullins/Chalk Feldspar - Surface (Active)

Waterfalls Near Spruce Pine

7 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Spruce Pine.

Name Description
Bear Den Falls
Crabtree Falls Height: 20
Emerald Village Falls
English Falls
Grassy Creek Falls
Laurel Leap Falls
Stillhouse Falls

UFO Sightings Near Spruce Pine

6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Spruce Pine.

Name Year Description
North cove, NC 2012 Roundish silver object traveling high rate of speed in NC
Spruce pine, NC 2010 Red and Yellow Prisms in the Sky over Appalachia
Spruce pine, NC 2009 Fast&#44 silent&#44 low flying cylinder in Blue Ridge Mtns of North Carolina
Spruce pine, NC 2007 large neon green ball with greenand white tail shooting across sky. ((NUFORC Note: Possible meteor. PD))
Spruce pine, NC 2005 The craft was moving faster than I have ever seen anything move in my entire life.
Spruce pine, NC 2002 what in the hell was it

Bigfoot Sightings Near Spruce Pine

3 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Spruce Pine.

Name Year Description
Report 29024: Daylight sighting of a bipedal animal by a motorist near Linville 2010
Report 30757: Driver & passenger observe late night road crossing near Spruce Pine 2009
Report 450: Possible vocalizations heard by campers on the Blueridge Parkway 2000

Historic Markers Near Spruce Pine

3 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Spruce Pine.

Name Description
Penland School Marker is at the intersection of State Highway 226 and Penland Road (County Route 1242), on the left when traveling north on State Highway 226.
Spruce Pine Mining District Marker is at the intersection of State Highway 226 and Blue Ridge Parkway, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 226.
Cathey's Fort Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 221 and North Carolina Highway 226, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 221.

Meteorites Near Spruce Pine

1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Spruce Pine.

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Linville 1882

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spruce Pine

What is the population of Spruce Pine?

Spruce Pine has a population of 2,381 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 586 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Spruce Pine expensive to live in?

Spruce Pine 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 $47,583, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,300 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Spruce Pine safe?

Spruce Pine is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,553 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Spruce Pine receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Spruce Pine?

Spruce Pine has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Spruce Pine?

The job market in Spruce Pine is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $922. There are 497 business establishments in the area, including 25 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Spruce Pine?

The median home value in Spruce Pine is $202,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,784. For renters, the median monthly rent is $735. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,055.

How are the schools in Spruce Pine?

Schools in Spruce Pine score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.1% of adults in Spruce Pine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Spruce Pine?

The obesity rate in Spruce Pine is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 23.4% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 16.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,705.

What is transportation like in Spruce Pine?

The average commute in Spruce Pine is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Spruce Pine?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spruce Pine is 84.6% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 11.6% Hispanic or Latino. 89.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.8% speak Spanish. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 20.5% of residents have a disability. 83.4% have health insurance coverage.

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