Lansing Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Lansing, a small town in Ashe County, NC, had a 2020 population of 143. The median age is about 48.6 years, with 19% under 18 and 23% over 65. Gender distribution is nearly even, at roughly 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the town is 95% White, 2% Black or African American, 2% Multiracial, and 1% Hispanic or Latino.

Lansing, Ashe County, NC, offers affordable homeownership with a median home value around $180,000 and median rent near $900/month (2024). The housing stock is primarily single-family homes, with some manufactured houses. About 70% of residents are homeowners. Neighborhoods are quiet, rural, and family-friendly. The local property tax rate is approximately 0.52% of assessed value. The market has seen modest value growth of 3-5% annually, reflecting steady demand and the town’s scenic, small-town appeal. Rental inventory is limited, as most housing is owner-occupied.

Lansing, Ashe County, NC, serves students through Ashe County Schools, with the nearest high school being Ashe County High (grades 9–12), located about 10 miles away, and no colleges within the town. Ashe County High has a graduation rate of approximately 90% and offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses. School safety scores are above the state average, and adult education opportunities are available at Wilkes Community College’s Ashe campus nearby. Educational programs include STEM and vocational tracks. Lansing itself has no schools and relies on county facilities for K-12 and adult education.

Lansing, Ashe County, NC, is a rural town where transportation primarily relies on personal vehicles, with around 90% of workers commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute is approximately 25 minutes, slightly below the national average. Public transportation options are minimal, limited to regional demand-response services. Most households (over 95%) own at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure consists mainly of state highways (notably NC-194), with limited sidewalks and bike lanes. Major employment hubs are in nearby Jefferson and West Jefferson, focusing on education, healthcare, and retail sectors.

Lansing, in Ashe County, NC, does not host a hospital within city limits; residents access Ashe Memorial Hospital (25 beds) in nearby Jefferson and clinics like Ashe Medical Associates for primary care. About 13% of Ashe County’s population is uninsured, and roughly 20% are aged 65 or older. Common health issues include chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Provider-to-patient ratios are below national averages, with approximately 1 primary care physician per 2,520 residents in Ashe County. Healthcare access challenges persist, particularly for low-income and elderly populations in rural Lansing.