Bakersville, NC is a quaint small town located in Mitchell County with a population of 7,099. The population density is 56 people per square mile, which is lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile.
Bakersville has a variety of businesses for locals and visitors to explore. There is Bakersville Family Pharmacy which offers medication services and advice, and the Red Hen Bakery which specializes in homemade pastries and other baked goods. Other popular local businesses include Bakersville Pub and Grille, McLendon Meat Market, and Bakersville Floral Design.
For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are plenty of options throughout the year. Fishing can be enjoyed on Toe River or North Toe River. Hiking trails around Roan Mountain State Park provide stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains while biking in Pisgah National Forest allows for a more active adventure. Hunters can also take advantage of the various hunting seasons throughout the year at nearby state parks or forests.
Other organizations within Bakersville include the Bakersville Community Development Organization (BCDO) which serves as a liaison between the community members and local government entities and helps to create economic development projects in small towns across western North Carolina. Local sporting events such as high school football games are held throughout the year at Bakersville High School Stadium.
The population in Bakersville (zip 28705) is 7,099. There are 56 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Bakersville (zip 28705) is 47.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Bakersville (zip 28705) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Bakersville (zip 28705)
- 55.4% are married
- 8.1% are divorced
- 22.1% are married with children
- 8.1% have children, but are single
Race in Bakersville (zip 28705)
- 95.3% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander