Fontana Dam, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
11 332.4M (US)
Median Age
72.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$147,738 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
3 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
100.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$403 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$682 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Graham 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

Graham County
5
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 3 37
Feb 5 1 40
Mar 5 1 48
Apr 4 1 56
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 50, NC State House District 120, NC
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Schools

Robbinsville High
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
Robbinsville Middle
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
Robbinsville Elementary
7 miles, S • 2.3 star
Andrews Elementary
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Maryville College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
Tri-County Community College
26 miles, SW • 1 star
Hiwassee College
32 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Young Harris College
34 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Blount Memorial Hospital
24 miles, N • 2.3 star
Murphy Medical Center Inc
26 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
28 miles, N • 2.3 star
Asheville Regional Airport
72 miles, E • 1.4 star
Lovell Field
82 miles, W • 1.4 star
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