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Wilkes County
City in Georgia, United States
Overview
Wilkes County, North Carolina, is set at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers a mix of southern heritage, bluegrass music, and outdoor adventure. The area is known for its friendly communities, natural beauty, and historic charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Georgia
Population
65,969
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
33.78°, -82.74°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
63
LGBTQ+ Safety
48
Traffic Safety
73
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,115
Local Cost
$1,218
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
65
English
98
Temperature
17.2°C
Summer Avg
26.9°C
Winter Avg
7.1°C
Record High
43.8°C
Record Low
-9.9°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
1177 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 81/100.
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