Glen Alpine, North Carolina
Glen Alpine: town of the United States
About
Glen Alpine is a town located in the county of Burke in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,517 and a population density of 273 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,487 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Glen Alpine
| Population | 1,487 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Burke County |
| Postal code | 28628 |
| Phone Area Codes | 828 |
| Area | 5.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.7290,-81.7793 |
| Altitude | 1,201 feet / 366 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:52:40 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 267 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Glen Alpine is located at 35°43'44"N 81°46'45"W (35.7290200, -81.7792700).
Glen Alpine map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 81. West wind 2 to 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Glen Alpine decreased by 2.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,517 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,496 | -1.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,487 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,478 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,474 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,475 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,473 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,480 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,483 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,483 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,487 | 0.27% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Glen Alpine
1Town Hall
103 Pitt St, 28628 Pitts St, Glen Alpine, NC 28628 View details
Phone: +18285842622 | Website available
People born in Glen Alpine (1)
African American entrepreneur who shaped community life and development in Asheville, NC Edward W. Pearson Sr. was born in Glen Alpine
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Glen Alpine, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199908 | Western Piedmont Community College | Morganton (NC) | 28655-4511 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Glen Alpine, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
| CLT | Charlotte | 1914 North Tryon St. | RAIL |
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| GRV | Greenville | 1120 West Washington Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Glen Alpine.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Alpin Post Office | Glen Alpine (NC) | 28628 |
Other cities in Burke County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Burke County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Morganton | 16,625 | City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States |
| Valdese | 4,407 | City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Icard | 2,664 | Township in Burke County, North Carolina |
| Salem | 2,218 | Township in Burke County, North Carolina |
| Hildebran | 2,006 | City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Drexel | 1,861 | Human settlement in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Connelly Springs | 1,648 | Town in North Carolina |
| Rutherford College | 1,300 | City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Glen Alpine distances to largest North Carolina cities