Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Spruce Pine: town in North Carolina, United States of America
About
Spruce Pine is a town located in the county of Mitchell in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,175 and a population density of 211 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,126 inhabitants.
The town was created 113 years ago in 1912.
Quick Facts about Spruce Pine
| Population | 2,126 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Mitchell County |
| Postal code | 28777 |
| Phone Area Codes | 828 |
| Area | 10.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.9154,-82.0646 |
| Altitude | 2,559 feet / 780 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1913 (113 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 04:03:33 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 206 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.3% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Spruce Pine is located at 35°54'55"N 82°3'52"W (35.9154000, -82.0645600).
Spruce Pine map
Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. West wind 3 to 8 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Spruce Pine
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Spruce Pine decreased by 2.3% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,175 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,219 | 1.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,209 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,203 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,186 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,175 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,164 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,156 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,149 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,143 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,126 | -0.8% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Spruce Pine
1Emerald Village
331 McKinney Mine Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, United States View details
Phone: +18287656463 | Website available
2Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine
13780 Highway 226 South, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, United States View details
Phone: +18287656130 | Website available
3Little Switzerland Tunnel
Blue Ridge Pkwy, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, United States View details
4The Emerald Mine
2120 McKinney Mine Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, United States View details
Phone: +18287656832 | Website available
5Another Roadside Attraction
14480 NC-226, Spruce Pine, NC 28777, United States View details
Phone: +18282605281 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Spruce Pine
1Town of Spruce Pine
11050 S. 226 HWY, Spruce Pine, NC 28777 View details
Phone: +18287653000
People born in Spruce Pine (2)
People born in Spruce Pine, including football player and coach Claude "Hoot" Gibson, news anchor Gerri Willis, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Spruce Pine, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198914 | Mayland Community College | Spruce Pine (NC) | 28777 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Spruce Pine, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Spruce Pine.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Spruce Pin Post Office | Spruce Pine (NC) | 28777 |
Other cities in Mitchell County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Mitchell County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Richlands | 1,718 | Town in North Carolina, USA |
| Bailey | 569 | Town in Nash County, North Carolina, United States |
| Bakersville | 441 | Township in Mitchell County, North Carolina |
Distance to Other Cities
Spruce Pine distances to largest North Carolina cities