Cities & Towns in Jackson County, NC
Jackson County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 44,033 inhabitants. The county was created 173 years ago in 1851. Its county seat is Sylva.
There are 4 city/town in Jackson County, NC. The largest city of Jackson County is Cullowhee with a population of 6,228. Other cities include, Sylva population 2,739, Webster population 386 and Dillsboro population 248
Cullowhee
Cullowhee, Township in Jackson County, North Carolina
Sylva
Sylva, Human settlement in Jackson County, North Carolina, United States of America
Webster
Webster, City in North Carolina, US
Jackson County is located in the southwest corner of North Carolina. Some of the notable cities and towns in Jackson County include:
Sylva - Sylva is the largest town and county seat of Jackson County. It had a population of 2,735 as of 2020. Sylva was founded in 1851 near Scotts Creek. Key attractions include the Jackson County Main Library and the historic Jackson County Courthouse.
Dillsboro - Dillsboro is a small town located north of Sylva along the Tuckasegee River. It had a population of 244 as of 2020. The town has an artistic vibe and many studios and galleries. The Dillsboro Chocolate Factory is a popular stop.
Cullowhee - Cullowhee is a census-designated place that is home to Western Carolina University. The university has around 12,000 students and is the largest employer in the county. Cullowhee had a population of 6,360 as of 2020.
Cashiers - Cashiers is an unincorporated village located in southern Jackson County near the South Carolina border. It is a vacation and second home spot known for summer estates and golf communities situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Glenville - Glenville is an unincorporated community located along the Little Tennessee River. It had a population of 507 as of 2020.
In summary, Jackson County is home to several small mountain towns and communities nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern North Carolina. The college town of Cullowhee and Sylva, the county seat, are the population centers.
All Jackson County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jackson County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Cullowhee | Township in Jackson County, North Carolina | 6,228 |
| Dillsboro | Township in Jackson County, North Carolina | 248 |
| Sylva | Human settlement in Jackson County, North Carolina, United States of America | 2,739 |
| Webster | City in North Carolina, US | 386 |
