Banner Elk town, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Banner Elk town • Census GEOID: 3703500
• Avery County
Banner Elk town is an incorporated town in Avery County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Banner Elk town had an estimated population of 1,242 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Banner Elk town (GEOID 3703500).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Banner Elk
Municipal
Official Title:
Assistant To The Town Manager
Address:
PO BOX 2049, BANNER ELK NC 28604-2049
County Of Avery
County
Official Title:
County Mgr
Address:
PO BOX 640, NEWLAND NC 28657-0640
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $86,382 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $458,100 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 1.90 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).