8 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Elk | 1 | 1,214 | 1,129 | 1.17% | 632 | 2 | Town |
| Newland | 2 | 741 | 717 | 0.54% | 991 | 1 | Town |
| Beech Mountain | 3 | 654 | 665 | -0.3% | 101 | 6 | Town |
| Elk Park | 4 | 563 | 539 | 0.72% | 815 | 1 | Town |
| Sugar Mountain | 5 | 386 | 374 | 0.52% | 157 | 2 | Village |
| Seven Devils | 6 | 316 | 315 | 0% | 143 | 2 | Town |
| Crossnore | 7 | 152 | 149 | 0.66% | 339 | 0 | Town |
| Grandfather Village | 8 | 100 | 97 | 1.01% | 65 | 2 | Village |
Banner Elk is the largest city in Avery County, with a population of 1,214.
Grandfather Village is the smallest city in Avery County, with a population of 100.
There are 8 cities in Avery County, North Carolina.