Banner Elk, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
1,338 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
35.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$422,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Avery County
1
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

Avery County
1
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 7 30
Feb 4 7 33
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Grandfather Academy
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Banner Elk Elementary
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Cranberry Middle
5 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lees-McRae College
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Appalachian State University
11 miles, E • 2.3 star
Mayland Community College
18 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Watauga Medical Center
12 miles, E • 5 star
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
37 miles, NW • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
63 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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