ABOUT NORTH CAROLINA
Yanceyville,
North
Carolina maintains a small town atmosphere with
historic roots going back as far as the American
Revolutionary War. Incorporated in 1833, Yanceyville
took its name from members of the prominent Yancey
family. Townspeople are not sure whether the name honors
James Yancey, his younger brother Bartlett
Yancey Jr. or the entire family.
At an elevation of 619 feet, Yanceyville, NC
residents enjoy a moderate climate and four full
seasons. An unassuming town of less than 5 square miles,
Yanceyville was home to 2,091 residents at the time of
the 2000 Census. Citizens enjoy a low rate of crime and
an affordable cost of living, with a median rent of $228
per month. Homeowners holding mortgages in Yanceyville,
NC pay an average of $594 per month.
Although Yanceyville, NC
is a small rural town, it is the center of commerce and
seat of Caswell
County. Local businesses have access to the renowned
Research
Triangle Park in addition to the benefits and
resources afforded by the Caswell County Office of
Economic Development. Industries providing employment in
Yanceyville, North Carolina include the sectors of
manufacturing, educational, health and social services.
Those working outside of Yanceyville have a mean travel
time to work of nearly 31 minutes.
Piedmont
Community College (PCC) is another asset to the
local economy. PCC provides various training programs
for local facilities seeking well-trained employees and
those looking to attain skills for employment. Several
fine higher learning facilities exist within a short
drive of Yanceyville. These include Elon
University, the University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University
of North Carolina at Greensboro and Duke
University in Durham.
More than 6% of Yanceyville’s population over the age
of 25 hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, while 2%
hold a graduate or professional degree.
Yanceyville, NC boasts a lovely historic district
that ranks among the
National Register of Historic Places. A stunning antebellum
Courthouse surrounded by a quaint courthouse town square
and more than 20 additional homes and buildings in the
antebellum style comprise the downtown district. Over
the years, the Courthouse Square has played host to a
wealth of important speakers such as various North
Carolina congressmen, senators and governors.
The Courthouse Square is also the site of the annual Brightleaf
Hoedown. Each September, this exciting community
celebration attracts more than 30,000 people to the area
for scrumptious BBQ, arts, crafts and lives
entertainment. Additional sites that lure visitors to
Caswell County, NC include the Caswell
Pines Golf Course, recreation on Hyco
Lake, the Thomas
Day House-Union Tavern and the Virginia
International Raceway. Close proximity to large
urban areas such as Chapel
Hill, Durham
and Greensboro
provide a wealth of additional options for entertainment
and recreation.
Yanceyville,
North
Carolina maintains the perfect blend of small town
charm with a pro-business atmosphere. Surrounded by lush
green forests and gently rolling hills, Yanceyville is
truly a treasure among the pines.
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