Fairview, North Carolina

Fairview: township in Buncombe County, North Carolina

About

Fairview is a township located in the county of Buncombe in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,324 and a population density of 206 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,984 inhabitants.

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Location of Fairview on North Carolina map.

Quick Facts about Fairview

Population 3,984 (2020)
Country United States of America
State North Carolina (United States)
County Buncombe County
Postal code 28730
Area 16.12 km2
Latitude & Longitude 35.5140,-82.3960
Altitude 2,208 feet / 673 meters
Time Zone America/New_York
Local time 03:28:35 (15th April 2026)
Density 247 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth 16.57% (2010-2020)
Weather 85℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather
Buncombe County North Carolina incorporated and unincorporated areas Fairview highlighted locator map image
Buncombe County North Carolina incorporated and unincorporated areas Fairview highlighted locator map image

Geography

Fairview is located at 35°30'50"N 82°23'45"W (35.5140100, -82.3959500).

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Weather

85°F
Mostly Sunny
3 to 12 mph WSW Wednesday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

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Demographics

The population of Fairview increased by 16.57% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 3,324 - census
2011 3,404 2.35% estimation process
2012 3,461 1.65% estimation process
2013 3,521 1.7% estimation process
2014 3,600 2.19% estimation process
2015 3,669 1.88% estimation process
2016 3,698 0.78% estimation process
2017 3,771 1.94% estimation process
2018 3,839 1.77% estimation process
2019 3,900 1.56% estimation process
2020 3,984 2.11% estimation process
Fairview zip code is 28730. County name: Buncombe, County fips: 37021

People born in Fairview (1)

American racing driver Bosco Lowe was born in Fairview

Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Fairview, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
199865 Warren Wilson College Swannanoa (NC) 28778-2099

Nearby Transit Stations (4)

Rail and bus stations connected to Fairview, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.

Code Name Address Type
GRV Greenville 1120 West Washington Street RAIL
SPB Spartanburg 290 Magnolia St RAIL
CSN Clemson Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave. RAIL
GAS Gastonia 350 Hancock Street RAIL

Closest post offices linked to Fairview.

Post Office Name City ZIP
Fairview Post Office Fairview (NC) 28730

Other places with the same name (19)

  • Fairview, New Jersey city in Sanpete County, Utah, United States with a population of 14,451 people.
  • Fairview, New Jersey borough located in Bergen County, New Jersey with a population of 14,124 people.
  • Fairview, Tennessee city in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 9,599 people.
  • Fairview, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 9,450 people.
  • Fairview, Texas town in Texas, United States with a population of 9,358 people.
  • Fairview, North Carolina town in North Carolina, United States with a population of 3,684 people.
  • Fairview, Oklahoma city in Oklahoma, United States with a population of 2,579 people.
  • Fairview, Utah city in Sanpete County, Utah, United States with a population of 1,381 people.
  • Fairview, Montana town in Richland County, Montana, United States with a population of 882 people.
  • Fairview, Alabama town in Cullman County, Alabama, United States with a population of 463 people.
  • Fairview, Illinois village in Illinois, United States with a population of 459 people.
  • Fairview, Missouri city in Missouri, United States with a population of 407 people.
  • Fairview, West Virginia town in Marion County, West Virginia, United States with a population of 403 people.
  • Fairview, Indiana township in Fayette County, Indiana with a population of 312 people.
  • Fairview, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 246 people.
  • Fairview, Pennsylvania borough in Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 186 people.
  • Fairview, Kentucky census designated place in Todd and Christian Counties, Kentucky, United States with a population of 143 people.
  • Fairview, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 81 people.
  • Fairview, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 56 people.

Other cities in Buncombe County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Buncombe County , NC.

City Name Population Title
Asheville 92,852 The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Wilson 49,479 The most populous city in Wilson County, North Carolina.
Albemarle 16,344 City in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States
Black Mountain 8,256 Town in North Carolina, USA
Woodfin 6,679 City in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States of America
Walkertown 5,290 City in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States of America
Swannanoa 4,576 Township in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Royal Pines 4,272 Township in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Weaverville 4,039 Town in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States of America
Avery Creek 1,950 Township in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Biltmore Forest 1,431 Town of the United States
Bent Creek 1,287 Census-designated place in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Montreat 939 Town

Distance to Other Cities

Fairview distances to largest North Carolina cities