McDowell County, North Carolina Cities (2025)

7 cities

City
Rank
2025 Pop. ↓
2020 Pop.
Annual Change
Density
Area (mi²)
Type
Marion17,4907,744-0.58%1,2546 City
Marion27,4907,707-0.58%1,2546 City
Nebo31,7791,3187.17%3365 CDP
Old Fort48378140.48%6861 Town
Old Fort58378150.48%6861 Town
West Marion68081,100-4.27%5441 CDP
Glenwood73503027.03%2172 CDP

McDowell County Cities Summary

Largest City

Marion is the largest city in McDowell County, with a population of 7,490.

Smallest City

Glenwood is the smallest city in McDowell County, with a population of 350.

10 Largest Cities

There are 7 cities in McDowell County, North Carolina.

Location of McDowell County