Hayesville is a town located in Clay County, in the state of North Carolina (NC), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1890 ft. With a population of approximately 297 residents, Hayesville offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.13% males and 53.87% females, and it has a population density of 675.00 people per square mile (260.62/km²). Hayesville lies at a latitude of 35.05 and a longitude of -83.82, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (11.4%), followed by English (11.4%), German (8.1%), and Scotch-Irish (3.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 28904.