Utilities & Government

Water & Wastewater

Town of WilkesboroTown of North Wilkesboro
Water Treatment Capacity10 mgd4.2 mgd
Excess Water Capacity2.5 mgd1.0 mgd
Wastewater Treatment Capacity4.9 mgd2.0 mgd
Excess Wastewater Treatment Capacity.83 mgd.872 mgd
Capacity numbers are an approximation.

Electricity Providers

Natural Gas Provider

Communication Services

Telephone Service

Cellular Telephone Service

Business Internet

Broadband Internet

The Northwest NC region boasts gig-capable fiberoptic internet access to almost 90% of residences, meaning it has the strongest internet in North Carolina. Our World-Class Broadband supports remote workers, IT professionals, and other industries with ease. NWNC also boasts a network of training and education providers offers a diverse portfolio of tech specializations to match employer needs.

Local Tax Rates

The local tax base of Wilkes County is comparatively low, making the region an affordable destination. The tax base for the county is figured at $.66/$100 of valuation. For information on state taxes, visit NCDOR.gov. The following table outlines tax rates for the three municipalities in Wilkes County:

MunicipalityCounty RateTown RateCombined Rate
Wilkes County0.66N/A0.66
Town of North Wilkesboro0.660.521.18
Town of Wilkesboro0.660.481.14
Town of Ronda0.660.351.01
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