Cashiers, North Carolina — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cashiers, Jackson County.
| City | Cashiers |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Jackson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 35.105649 |
| Longitude | -83.096534 |
| Population | 683 |
| Density | 77.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 28717 |
| Area Code | 828 |
| County Seat | Sylva |
| School District | Jackson County Schools |
Cashiers is a locality in Jackson County, North Carolina, United States. It is a small community with a population of 683. The population density is 77.7 people per km². Cashiers is located at 35.1056°N, 83.0965°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 28717.
Cashiers, North Carolina, unfolds like a forgotten map of emerald hills and sapphire skies, a haven where the air itself seems to hum with the quiet persistence of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It lies 43.4 miles west-north-west of Greenville, SC (from Greenville, SC: bearing 294°T), and is situated 6.8 miles east-north-east of Highlands. This is a place where towering pines and ancient oaks stand sentinel over a landscape sculpted by the patient hand of water and wind, their branches reaching towards a sun that often filters through a soft, persistent mist. Broad, verdant valleys cradle streams that whisper secrets as they tumble over moss-slicked stones, their banks embroidered with wildflowers that blaze in vibrant hues during the warmer months. The very terrain breathes a certain wildness, a rugged elegance that speaks of a land less tamed and more in conversation with its natural rhythms. Even the dust kicked up by passing cars on the winding roads seems to carry the scent of damp earth and pine needles, a constant reminder of the wildness that surrounds and seeps into the very soul of Cashiers. The enduring character of Cashiers is inextricably linked to its history as a summer retreat for those seeking respite from the humid lowlands, a tradition that began to blossom in the late 19th century. Its economy, once rooted in logging and agriculture, has gracefully evolved, now finding its strength in the allure of its natural beauty, drawing visitors and permanent residents who appreciate its refined yet unpretentious charm. This evolution has preserved a sense of unhurried elegance, where the pace of life allows for lingering conversations on front porches and the quiet appreciation of the changing seasons. The local craft scene, a vibrant echo of generations past, continues to thrive, with artisans drawing inspiration from the very mountains that define Cashiers, their creations reflecting the deep connection between the people and the land. It is a place that holds its history not as a burden, but as a foundation, a quiet testament to the enduring appeal of this mountain sanctuary.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cashiers, North Carolina with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cashiers and Jackson County.
Detailed location data for Cashiers includes the ZIP code (28717), telephone area code (828), county seat of Jackson County (Sylva), and school district assignment (Jackson County Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cashiers is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |