Bryson City, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
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
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
1,676 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,387 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$344 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Swain 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

Swain County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 36
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 1 54
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Swain County Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Mountain Discovery
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Community College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Western Carolina University
17 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Haywood Community College
30 miles, E • 1.4 star
Maryville College
37 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Harris Regional Hospital
14 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Angel Medical Center
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
41 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Asheville Regional Airport
51 miles, E • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
93 miles, NE • 1 star
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