Business
Economic Development
Demographics
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 – 7 Years
679 or
16.06%
18 – 64 Years
2469 or
58.41%
65+ Years
835 or
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
2010 Figures
$0.00585
Canton Facts
Geographic Proximity to Key Venues
Geographic Proximity to Key Venues
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.