Green Mountain, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Green Mountain
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 Green Mountain
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Yancey |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.4 sq mi (30 km2) |
| • Land | 11.2 sq mi (29 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,159 ft (658 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 637 |
| • Density | 55.88/sq mi (21.57/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
28740
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| GNIS feature ID | 1020542 |
Green Mountain is a small place in Yancey County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's managed as part of the larger county. Green Mountain is also a "township," which is a way to divide land for things like counting people or organizing local services.
About Green Mountain
Green Mountain is located along the Toe River. This river is an important natural feature in the area. The community is about seven miles north of Burnsville. Burnsville is the main town and county seat of Yancey County.
Location and Features
The area shares its name with a ridgeline found north of Burnsville. This ridgeline includes two notable spots: Phillips Knob and Rocky Knob. Green Mountain sits at an elevation of 2,159 feet (which is about 658 meters) above sea level. This higher elevation often means cooler temperatures and beautiful views.
Postal Services
Green Mountain has its own post office. The ZIP code for this area is 28740. A ZIP code is a special set of numbers used by the postal service to help sort mail. It helps make sure letters and packages get to the right place. This ZIP code is one of only two used for street addresses in Yancey County.
