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.
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 |
| Altitude : | 2,208 feet / 673 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 01:57:20 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 247 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 16.57% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Fairview is located at 35°30'50"N 82°23'45"W (35.5140100, -82.3959500).
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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
Schools in Fairview
College & universities near Fairview, NC
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199865 | Warren Wilson College | Swannanoa (NC) | 28778-2099 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Fairview, NC
| 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 |
Post offices near Fairview
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fairview Post Office | Fairview (NC) | 28730 |
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- Fairview , Alabama town in Cullman County, Alabama, United States with a population of 463 people.
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- 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.
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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
