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Boone, NC

Boone is a town in and the county seat of Watauga County, North Carolina, United States. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, Boone is the home of Appalachian State University and the headquarters of the disaster and medical relief organization Samaritan's Purse. The population was 19,092 at the 2020 census.

The town is named for famous American pioneer and explorer Daniel Boone, and every summer since 1952 has hosted an outdoor amphitheater drama, Horn in the West, portraying the British settlement of the area during the American Revolutionary War and featuring the contributions of its namesake. It is the largest community and the economic hub of the seven-county region of Western North Carolina known as the High Country.

Boone has an elevation of 3,333 feet (1,016 m) above sea level. An earlier survey gave the elevation as 3,332 ft and since then it has been published as 3,333 ft (1,016 m). Boone has the highest elevation of any town of its size (over 10,000 population) east of the Mississippi River. As such, Boone features, depending on the isotherm used, a warm-summer humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), a rarity for the Southeastern United States, bordering on an oceanic climate (Cfb) and straddles the boundary between USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 6B and 7A; the elevation also results in enhanced precipitation, with 59.13 inches (1,500 mm) of average annual precipitation. Compared to the lower elevations of the Carolinas, winters are long and cold, with frequent sleet and snowfall. The daily average temperature in January is 31.5 °F (−0.3 °C), which gives Boone a winter climate more similar to coastal southern New England rather than the Southeast, where a humid subtropical climate (Cfa) predominates. Blizzard-like conditions are not unusual during winters. Summers are warm, but far cooler and less humid than lower regions to the south and east, with a July daily average temperature of 68.4 °F (20.2 °C). Boone receives on average nearly 25 inches (64 cm) of snowfall annually, far higher than the lowland areas in the rest of North Carolina. On January 21, 1985, the temperature fell to −24 °F (−31 °C).

Boone took its name from the famous pioneer and explorer Daniel Boone, who on several occasions camped at a site generally agreed to be within the present city limits. Daniel's nephews, Jesse and Jonathan (sons of brother Israel Boone), were members of the town's first church, Three Forks Baptist, still in existence today.

Boone was served by the narrow gauge East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Railroad (nicknamed "Tweetsie") until the flood of 1940. The flood washed away much of the tracks and it was decided not to replace them.

Health and wellness are integral to Boone's lifestyle, complemented by the natural surroundings. The Watauga Medical Center serves as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Watauga County Parks and Recreation offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Crossfit Postal, Revolution Boone, and Train4Life. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Boone, such as the Greenway Trail and Hebron Falls via Boone Fork Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Boone, NC are Appalachian Ski Mtn., Turchin Center for the Visual Arts, and Tweetsie Railroad.

Population: 20,080 (2024). ZIP codes: 28607-28608. Area code: 828. Elevation: 3,232 ft (985 m). Area: 6.35 sq mi (16.45 km²).

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What is Boone, NC most known for?

Boone is a town in and the county seat of Watauga County, North Carolina, United States. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, Boone is the home of Appalachian State University and the headquarters of the disaster and medical relief organization Samaritan's Purse. The population was 19,092 at the 2020 census

What is the crime rate in Boone, NC?

The crime rate in Boone is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 18 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Boone is 1 in 55. Based on FBI crime data, Boone is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to North Carolina, Boone has a crime rate that is higher than 62% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Boone, NC expensive?

Boone is 1% more expensive than the national average and 10% more expensive to live in than the average city in North Carolina. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Boone are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Boone are more affordable than average in the United States.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Boone

Watauga Medical Center 

Watauga County Parks and Recreation 

Crossfit Postal

Revolution Boone 

Train4Life

Greenway Trail 

Hebron Falls via Boone Fork Trail

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts

Tweetsie Railroad

NeighborhoodScout

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