West Canton, NC is a small town located in North Carolina with a population of 1,326 and a population density of 940 people per square mile. It's a quaint and friendly community that is full of life and provides the perfect balance of modern conveniences and local charm. Local businesses include The Town Grocery Store, Blue Moon Cafe & Diner, The Farmer's Market, and the West Main Street Antique Shop. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking trails at Canton Lake Park, picnicking along South River Road, or fishing in nearby lakes. Other organizations in West Canton include the local library, YMCA Youth Center, and several churches throughout town. Local sporting events are held at the West Canton Recreational Complex where teams from all around participate in baseball, softball tournaments, and other competitive sports.
The population in West Canton is 1,326. There are 965 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in West Canton is 45.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in West Canton is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in West Canton
- 44.8% are married
- 8.8% are divorced
- 26.3% are married with children
- 14.2% have children, but are single
Race in West Canton
- 91.0% are White
- 0.6% are Black
- 1.5% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander