Living in Cherokee County, North Carolina

Cherokee County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 27,178. The main communities are Andrews, Murphy.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,153/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $281K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 49°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Cherokee County has older demographics, with a median age of 52 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.