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Wilkesboro, NC

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Population
3,618
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,025 ft
Median Home Value
$223,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$764/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$40,907
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in North CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North CarolinaNearest larger communityLenoir, North Carolina25 miles away · 18,372 residents.

About Wilkesboro

Wilkesboro is a town and the county seat of Wilkes County, North Carolina, situated on a ridge along the Yadkin River. Founded in 1800 opposite North Wilkesboro and home to the historic downtown Commons and the adjacent Cub Creek Park, the community of approximately 3,646 is served by the Wilkes County Schools district locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.8ratingLow Rent PricesA+97.3rating

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