Avery County, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,643 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,657 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$567 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 6 31
Feb 4 6 34
Mar 4 3 41
Apr 4 1 49
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 5 0 68
Aug 5 0 68
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 4 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 47, NC State House District 85, NC
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Schools

Avery High STEM Academy
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Avery County High
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Blue Ridge Academy
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star

Colleges

Lees-McRae College
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mayland Community College
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Appalachian State University
17 miles, E • 2.3 star

Hospitals

Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Watauga Medical Center
17 miles, E • 5 star
Caldwell Memorial Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
39 miles, N • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
56 miles, SW • 1.4 star