Jefferson, North Carolina
Jefferson: town in North Carolina, USA.
About
Jefferson is a town located in the county of Ashe in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,611 and a population density of 298 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,534 inhabitants.
The town was created 227 years ago in 1798.
Quick Facts about Jefferson
| Population | 1,534 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Ashe County |
| Postal code | 28640 |
| Phone Area Codes | 336 |
| Area | 5.4 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.4204,-81.4734 |
| Named for | Thomas Jefferson |
| Altitude | 2,920 feet / 890 meters |
| Capital city | Jefferson is capital of Ashe County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1799 (227 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 08:00:20 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 284 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.78% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 61℉ Light Rain Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Jefferson is located at 36°25'13"N 81°28'24"W (36.4204000, -81.4734400).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Jefferson decreased by 4.78% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,611 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,581 | -1.86% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,578 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,523 | -3.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,531 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,520 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,510 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,522 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,531 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,533 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,534 | 0.07% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Jefferson
1Museum of Ashe County History
301 E Main St, Jefferson, NC 28640, United States View details
Phone: +13368461904 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Jefferson
1NC Forest Service Ashe County
629 Ashe Central School Rd, Jefferson, NC 28640, United States View details
Phone: +13369822471 | Website available
People born in Jefferson (1)
American politician Steve Goss was born in Jefferson
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jefferson, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 197869 | Appalachian State University | Boone (NC) | 28608 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jefferson, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNS | Winston-Salem, North Carolina | 100 West 5th Street | BUS |
| UWS | Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car | 601 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Jefferson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Post Office | Jefferson (NC) | 28640 |
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- Jefferson, New Jersey township in Morris County, New Jersey. with a population of 20,611 people.
- Jefferson, Georgia city in Jackson County, Georgia, United States. with a population of 12,490 people.
- Jefferson, Iowa city in Greene County, Iowa. with a population of 4,075 people.
- Jefferson, Oregon city in Marion County, Texas, USA. with a population of 3,386 people.
- Jefferson, Michigan city in Jackson County, Georgia, United States. with a population of 2,998 people.
- Jefferson, Maine town in Maine, United States. with a population of 2,470 people.
- Jefferson, Texas city in Marion County, Texas, USA. with a population of 1,924 people.
- Jefferson, Ohio county in Ohio, United States. with a population of 1,821 people.
- Jefferson, New York town in New York, United States. with a population of 1,455 people.
- Jefferson, Wisconsin city in and county seat of Jefferson County, Wisconsin. with a population of 1,225 people.
- Jefferson, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States. with a population of 1,159 people.
- Jefferson, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire, United States. with a population of 1,049 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Jefferson distances to largest North Carolina cities