Cities & Towns in McDowell County, NC
McDowell County, county in West Virginia, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 45,782 inhabitants. The county was created 166 years ago in 1858. Its county seat is Welch.
There are 3 city/town in McDowell County, NC. The largest city of McDowell County is Marion with a population of 7,937. Other cities include, West Marion population 1,348 and Old Fort population 924
Marion
Marion, City in McDowell County, North Carolina, U.
West Marion
West Marion, Township in McDowell County, North Carolina
Old Fort
Old Fort, Human settlement in McDowell County, North Carolina, United States of America
McDowell County is located in western North Carolina among the Appalachian Mountains. The county has a population of around 44,000 residents. Some notable cities and towns in McDowell County include:
Marion is the largest city and county seat of McDowell County with around 8,000 residents. It serves as the main commercial hub. Marion is home to McDowell Technical Community College and provides access to mountain recreation.
Old Fort is a small town situated along Interstate 40 with around 900 residents. It features historic downtown buildings and provides outdoor recreation opportunities. Key attractions are the Mountain Gateway Museum and Curtis Creek Park.
Nebo
Nebo is a quaint mountain town located along the scenic Catawba River with around 400 residents. It has pioneer heritage sites like the Forney Creek Homestead. The town hosts the annual Apple Festival.
Glenwood
Glenwood is a very small unincorporated community settled along the Catawba River with around 100 residents. It has historic buildings and remains a peaceful mountain retreat.
In summary, Marion serves as the main hub while smaller towns like Old Fort, Nebo, and Glenwood retain the pioneer charm and mountain landscapes for which McDowell County is known.
All McDowell County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McDowell County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Marion | City in McDowell County, North Carolina, U. | 7,937 |
| Old Fort | Human settlement in McDowell County, North Carolina, United States of America | 924 |
| West Marion | Township in McDowell County, North Carolina | 1,348 |
