Emma, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,757 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$791 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Buncombe County
1
Asheville Metro 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

Buncombe County
3
Asheville Metro Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 2 46
Apr 3 1 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 2 0 46
Dec 2 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 49, NC State House District 116, NC
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Schools

Emma Elementary
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Nesbitt Discovery Academy
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Eliada Academy
1 miles, W
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Park Ridge Health
16 miles, S • 5 star
Haywood Regional Medical Center
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
61 miles, NE • 1 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
80 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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