Congressional District 11, 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
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
752,083
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$63,021
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$282,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$870
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
North Carolina
2
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 3 | 35 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Schools
Bethel Elementary
7 miles, NE
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3.7
Bethel Middle
7 miles, NE
•
3.2
Hazelwood Elementary
8 miles, N
•
3.2
Waynesville Middle
8 miles, N
•
2.8
Colleges
Haywood Community College
10 miles, NE
•
1.4
Western Carolina University
14 miles, W
•
1.9
Southwestern Community College
15 miles, W
•
1.4
Brevard College
15 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Haywood Regional Medical Center
11 miles, N
•
4.1
Harris Regional Hospital
14 miles, NW
•
2.3
Transylvania Regional Hospital, Inc
15 miles, SE
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4.1
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
23 miles, NW
Airports
Asheville Regional Airport
23 miles, E
•
1.4
Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
53 miles, SE
•
1.9
McGhee Tyson Airport
66 miles, NW
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2.3
Tri-Cities Airport
82 miles, NE
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