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Ashe County
Demographics
Demographics
source: US Census Bureau, 2000 |
ASHE COUNTY
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NC |
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POPULATION |
Number |
Number |
| Total population |
24,384 |
|
| Square miles (land) |
426.13 |
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| Population per square mile |
57.22 |
165.25 |
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GENDER |
Number |
% |
% |
| Male |
12,031 |
49.3 |
49.0 |
| Female |
12,353 |
50.7 |
51.0 |
| |
|
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| AGE |
Number |
% |
% |
| 15 or younger |
3,948 |
16.2 |
20.5 |
| 16-24 |
2,708 |
11.1 |
13.9 |
| 25-44 |
6,594 |
27.0 |
31.1 |
| 45-64 |
6,757 |
27.7 |
22.5 |
| 65+ |
4,377 |
18.0 |
12.0 |
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| RACE
AND ETHNICITY |
Number |
% |
% |
| White |
23,691 |
97.2 |
72.1 |
| Black or African American |
162 |
0.7 |
21.6 |
| American Indian and Alaska native |
79 |
0.3 |
1.2 |
| Asian |
57 |
0.2 |
1.4 |
| Native Hawaiian and other Pacific islander |
2 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
| Some other race |
257 |
1.1 |
2.3 |
| Two or more races |
136 |
0.6 |
1.3 |
| Hispanic or Latino |
590 |
2.4 |
4.7 |
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High Country
Things To Do
 Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad is North Carolina's oldest theme park.
A three mile train ride takes you back to the days of
the old west. There are also amusement rides for all
ages and live entertainment throughout the park.
Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is one of the High Country's most
visited attractions. Grandfather's main attractions
include its beautiful alpine hiking trails, mile high
swinging bridge and nature museum. Grandfather is home
to various festivals and special events throughout the
year including the Highland Games. During this unique
event, over one hundred Scottish clans and societies
sponsor this celebration of Scottish dance, music and
athletics. Located on US Highway 221, two miles north of
Linville, North Carolina, it is just a short drive for a
day of family fun.
The Blue Ridge Parkway
The Parkway follows the Appalachian Mountain chain and
provides seemingly endless views of many parallel ranges
connected by cross ranges and scattered hills. From
Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smokies, the
parkway spans 369 miles.
 Wildlife is abundant along the Parkway. During the day
woodchucks, chipmunks and squirrels can be seen. At
night, skunks, bobcats, foxes, opossums, and raccoons
may be seen along the roadsides. Whitetail deer and
black bears are present, but seldom seen. Look for them
in early morning or evening.
Linville Falls and Linville Caverns
Linville Falls is one of the many natural wonders of the
High Country. A short walk from the parking area unveils
the beauty of the falls. Five minutes away from the
falls, you can explore the natural limestone caverns of
Linville Caverns. For a small admission fee, you can
experience the power and beauty of nature.
Area Shopping
There are numerous antique and specialty shops in the
surrounding area. From Banner Elk to Blowing Rock, from
Boone to Valley Crucis, the High Country is a shopper's
delight.
Visit
www.HighCountryInfo.com for more High Country area
attractions!
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