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Overview for Cullowhee, NC

10,764 people live in Cullowhee, where the median age is 21.9 and the average individual income is $17,311. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,764

Total Population

21.9 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$17,311

Average individual Income

Around Cullowhee, NC

There's plenty to do around Cullowhee, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

2
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Java city, Moonshine Mini Mart, and Hunt Brothers Pizza.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.61 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.76 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.8 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 3.42 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 3.62 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 3.74 miles 1 review 1/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Cullowhee, NC

Population Households Employment

Cullowhee has 3,208 households, with an average household size of 2.31. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cullowhee do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,764 people call Cullowhee home. The population density is 96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,764

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

21.9 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,208

Total Households

2.31

Average Household Size

$17,311

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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  • Gated property entrance with open black gates and a timber-covered building entrance. For Sale

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    $385,000

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    $329,500

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    $275,000

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    $255,000

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    • 2 Baths
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    $153,000

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    $131,900

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    Lot 29 Brookstone Mtn. Trail LOT 29, Franklin, NC 28734

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