Living in Wilkes County, North Carolina

Wilkes County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 68,502. The main communities are North Wilkesboro, Elkin, Wilkesboro.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $632/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $225K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 49°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Wilkes County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.