Glenville, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,600 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
45.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$405,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$282 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$981 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.6% 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 4 35
Feb 6 2 38
Mar 6 1 45
Apr 5 0 53
May 6 0 61
Jun 6 0 68
Jul 6 0 71
Aug 6 0 70
Sep 6 0 64
Oct 5 0 54
Nov 7 0 46
Dec 7 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Blue Ridge School
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
Blue Ridge Early College
3 miles, S • 2.8 star
Summit Charter
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Cullowhee Valley School
9 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Western Carolina University
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
Southwestern Community College
13 miles, N • 1.4 star
Brevard College
23 miles, E • 1.4 star
Haywood Community College
27 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Highlands Cashiers Hospital
7 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Angel Medical Center
15 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Harris Regional Hospital
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
Transylvania Regional Hospital, Inc
24 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
38 miles, E • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
66 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Tri-Cities Airport
99 miles, NE • 1 star
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