Brevard, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
7,795 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,356 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$411,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$607 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Transylvania County
1
Brevard Urban Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Transylvania County
3
Brevard Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 3 36
Feb 5 1 40
Mar 5 1 46
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 62
Jun 5 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 5 0 72
Sep 5 0 66
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 50, NC State House District 119, NC
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Schools

Brevard Middle
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Pisgah Forest Elementary
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Davidson River School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Brevard College
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Blue Ridge Community College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
Haywood Community College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
North Greenville University
24 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
Park Ridge Health
17 miles, E • 5 star
Haywood Regional Medical Center
23 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
81 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
87 miles, NE • 1 star
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