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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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December 5, 2024

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Beaverdam Street | December 5, 2024

ID NO. 01-44-015 DATE: December 5, 2024 Based on the laboratory analysis of water samples collected from the Town of Canton on December 4, 2024 water users in the area of Beaverdam Street are hereby notified that it is no longer necessary to boil water used for human consumption. We appreciate your cooperation during this […]

Dec 7 2024

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°