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Cove Creek, NC

Population
1,629
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
3,180 ft
Median Home Value
$295,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,601/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,847
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Cove Creek

Cove Creek is a peaceful mountain community nestled in western North Carolina’s High Country, just a short drive from Boone. Home to around 1,000 residents, the area offers a relaxed, rural pace of life framed by scenic hills, winding country roads, and quiet farmland. The community largely centers around Cove Creek School, which acts as a gathering spot for local events and youth sports. It is an ideal spot for anyone looking for quiet Blue Ridge mountain living while keeping easy access to the jobs, dining, and university amenities in nearby Boone.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Heat-Wave Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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