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State: NC
Environment: Rural,College Town,Mountain,
City Population: 10,000-25,000
Median age of Population: 0-24
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Avg July Temperature: 60-80
Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS): $300,001-$500,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 81-90 (low)
Cost of Living Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
Culture Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: boomer1

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What It Is Like to Retire in Boone

Boone, Heart of the High Country, is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina. The population of this town named for Daniel Boone, was 17,122 in 2010, but seems to be growing very fast. A college town, Boone is the home of Appalachian State University which is very large and very much a part of the town. On a recent visit the streets were thronged with students, tourists, and residents. The downtown is interesting with shops and restaurants. The highlight of the summer season is an outdoor amphitheatre portrayal of the life and times of its namesake in "Home in the West". Don't miss our Retirement Tour of the western Carolinas, Virginia and Georgia where we talk about Boone and other interesting towns.

Where to Retire in Boone and Home Prices

There are active adult communities in Boone (see link at top left).
The median home value was $422,394, in early 2022, according to Zillow.com.

What Is Special about Boone

When entering the town you get the feeling that it is growing and vital. Storefronts are occupied. Students and visitors are in the streets. There is plenty of parking and most seem to be filled. Many locally owned restaurants and shops are available. There's a farmer market every Saturday. There's also a Daniel Boone Days yearly festival with music, food, and storytelling. The 3 mile Greenway Trail is a popular local attraction. Appalachian State University makes the town fun and lively.

What Is Not Special about Boone

The small, homey rural feel isn't for everyone. On a recent visit traffic was terrible. There appear to only be 2 roads in and out of town and in the late afternoon both were overwhelmed.

Who Will Like Retirement in Boone

Those who like living amidst history, mountains, and a college crowd retire to Boone. If you want to have a vital downtown, this is a good place for you. It is definitely an outdoors oriented town.

Local Economy Is Driven by

Appalachian State U. and tourism are big parts of the local economy. Samaritan's Purse, an international christian humanitarian organization run by Franklin Graham, Billy Graham's son, is headquartered in Boone. It is the economic hub of the High Country.

Climate and Physical Environment

Boone has chilly-to-mild winters and very warm-to-hot summers.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Boone has a lot going on culturally, and much of that comes from Appalachian U. The University Forum Lecture Series brings interesting speakers to Boone. Its Institute for Learning offers classes and lectures. The County Library is a popular spot with many selections. And the Main Street offers a choice of interesting shops and restaurants, plus some theatres.

Crime

Crime is a little over half the national average.

Medical Facilities

Watauga Medical Center and Blowing Rock Hospital

Transportation

Boone Inc. Airport; Boone is above average in walkability when compared to other communities.

Valuable Links

Town of Boone

Boone on Wikipedia

What people are saying about Boone
Sunrise photos of Grandfather Mountain
Thank you Vette11 for your comments and the photos of beautiful sunrise over Grandfather Mountain. It was hard to choose which one, but it is now located at the top of this page (or will be as soon as the page updates).
Posted by Jane at Topretirements on July 25, 2019
Banner Elk/Sugar Mountain Near Boone, NC
About 15 miles from Boone, NC are the towns of Sugar Mountain, Banner Elk and about 5 miles more Beech Mountain. We live 5 months a year in Retirement at Sugar Top Resort, a 320 unit Condo Complex at 5200\' elevation with a spectacular view of Grandfather Mountain. Swell place to keep cool in our retirement flight from our South Alabama heat (residents & owners mostly Florida refugees) was 50 degrees this am 7/25/19 on out patio! Local towns up here compete for retirement $ with free concerts and activities especially in Summer. I will send along some Sunrise pictures from today which are great!
Posted by Vette11 on July 25, 2019

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Facts about BOONE

State: NC
Environment: Rural,College Town,Mountain,
City Population: 10,000-25,000
Median age of Population: 0-24
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Avg July Temperature: 60-80
Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS): $300,001-$500,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 81-90 (low)
Cost of Living Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
Culture Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: boomer1

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Where to Retire in Boone and Home Prices

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Who Will Like Retirement in Boone

Local Economy Is Driven by

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Restaurants & Cultural Scene

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Transportation

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