Bethlehem, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
3,928 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,963 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alexander County
2
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alexander County
3
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 38
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 2 0 49
Dec 4 1 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NC State Senate District 36, NC State House District 94, NC
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Schools

Bethlehem Elementary
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
WM Jenkins Elementary
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Clyde Campbell Elementary
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
Snow Creek Elementary
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Lenoir-Rhyne University
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Catawba Valley Community College
8 miles, S • 1.4 star
Western Piedmont Community College
23 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Frye Regional Medical Center
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Catawba Valley Medical Center
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Caldwell Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
74 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
77 miles, NW • 1 star
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