Town of Canton

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Canton, NC

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History, Character, Pride

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains on the Pigeon River and a mere 20 miles from downtown Asheville is Canton, NC, a historic mill town with unmatched character and pride. From our low cost of living and quaint downtown to our picturesque parkland, Canton possesses a number of unique assets and opportunities for people looking to visit, relocate, or open a business. We invite you to come see what Canton has to offer!

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March 6, 2025

Craig Morgan to Headline the 117th Canton Labor Day Festival

Country music hitmaker and Army Reserve soldier, Craig Morgan will be headlining the 117th Canton Labor Day Festival, presented by Champion Credit Union on August 31, 2025.  The complete festival lineup will be released at a later date. Singer, author, actor, and soldier Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music […]

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Helene Flood Info: FEMA Application Deadline Extended for North Carolinians

Mar 17 2025

Craig Morgan to Headline the 117th Canton Labor Day Festival

Mar 17 2025

Limited Area Boil Water Notice Rescinded for Joy Lane, North Canton Road, Pigeon Ford, Champion Drive, Thickety Road, Crossroad Hill, and Willis Road | February 13, 2025

Mar 17 2025

Limited Area Boil Water Notice for Joy Lane, North Canton Road, Pigeon Ford, Champion Drive, Thickety Road, Crossroad Hill, and Willis Road | February 12, 2025

Mar 17 2025

Facts And Figures

  • 15 minutes to Asheville
  • County: Haywood
  • Population: 4,259
  • Town Tax Rate: $0.0058/$100
  • Elevation: 2,609 feet
  • Land Area: 3.8 square miles
  • Incorporated in 1891
  • Average Temp: Jul. 82°, Jan. 46°
85 Summer Street
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Fax: 828-646-3419