Cashiers, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
825
332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,455
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$360,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$829
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Jackson 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
Jackson County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 2 | 35 |
| Feb | 5 | 2 | 38 |
| Mar | 7 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 7 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 7 | 1 | 37 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 50, NC State House District 119, NCSchools
Summit Charter
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Blue Ridge School
2 miles, N
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2.3
Blue Ridge Early College
2 miles, N
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2.8
Highlands School
7 miles, W
•
3.7
Colleges
Western Carolina University
15 miles, N
•
1.9
Southwestern Community College
18 miles, N
•
1.4
Brevard College
23 miles, E
•
1.4
Haywood Community College
30 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Highlands Cashiers Hospital
5 miles, W
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4.1
Angel Medical Center
17 miles, NW
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3.2
Harris Regional Hospital
20 miles, N
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2.3
Transylvania Regional Hospital, Inc
24 miles, E
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4.1
Airports
Asheville Regional Airport
39 miles, E
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1.4
Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
52 miles, SE
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1.9
McGhee Tyson Airport
70 miles, NW
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2.3
Tri-Cities Airport
102 miles, NE
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