Demographics G
Canton is strategically located near the intersection of I-40 and I-26. The City of Asheville is approximately 18 miles east of Canton. Canton also is easily accessible from a variety of US and State Highways in all directions.
Population Comparison
On The Rise!
2017 Figures
4500
2010 Figures
4227
2000 Figures
4029
Percentage by Age (2010)
Town of Canton
0 - 4 Years
244 or
5.77%
5.77%
5 - 7 Years
679 or
16.06%
16.06%
18 - 64 Years
2469 or
58.41%
58.41%
65+ Years
835 or
19.75%
19.75%
Cost of Living Comparison
For Surrounding areas
Waynesville
General Expenses
5% higher
Housing
23% higher
Hendersonville
General Expenses
13% higher
Housing
61% higher
Asheville
General Expenses
14% higher
Housing
65% higher
Tax Rate
Town of Canton
$0.0058
Haywood County
$0.00585
Canton Facts G
Geographic Proximity to Key Venues
Asheville Regional Airport
19 miles
Harrah's Cherokee Casino
31 miles
Biltmore House
19 miles
Harrah's Cherokee Center
18.5 miles
Haywood Community College
5 miles
UNCA
16 miles
WCU
33 miles
Within short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Smoky Mountain National Park access.
