The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Ashe county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 68.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 33.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 76% and the area covered by water is 0.15%. The overall influence score for Ashe is 9.
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Ashe County is located in the northwestern corner of North Carolina, and it is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. As of the 2010 census, the population of Ashe County was 27,281. The median household income was $37,819, and the median home value was $145,500.
The county is largely rural, with most of its population residing in small towns and communities. Agriculture remains an important sector of the local economy, with farming, livestock production, and forestry being the primary industries. Tourism has also become increasingly important in recent years, as Ashe County is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
The majority of Ashe County residents are White (92.4%), followed by Native American (1.7%), African American (3.3%), Hispanic or Latino (2.3%), and Asian (0.4%). The poverty rate is 16.2%, and 22% of the population lives in rural areas. The majority of residents are Christian (83%), followed by unaffiliated (7%) and other religions (10%).
Overall, living conditions in Ashe County are relatively good for a rural area. The median household income is above the national average, and unemployment rates are low. The county also offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, making it an attractive place to live for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits.
The North Carolina State Office, located in Raleigh, NC, administers USDA Rural Development programs through six Area Offices and fourteen field offices across the state.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of North Carolina
State Director's Office: 919-873-2015
Business Programs: 919-873-2040
Community Programs: 919-873-2030
Multi-Family Housing Programs: 919-873-2050
Single Family Housing Programs: 919-873-2051