Hiddenite, 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
3/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- 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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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
237
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$138,098
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
55 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$221,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$401
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$546
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Alexander County
2
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Alexander County
3
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 2 | 37 |
| Feb | 4 | 1 | 39 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 48 |
| Dec | 4 | 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%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 78%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 10, NC State Senate District 36, NC State House District 94, NCSchools
Hiddenite Elementary
<1 miles, W
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1.9
East Alexander Middle
3 miles, NW
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2.3
Stony Point Elementary
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Alexander Early College
6 miles, NW
•
5
Colleges
Mitchell Community College
14 miles, SE
•
1.4
Wilkes Community College
17 miles, N
•
1.4
Lenoir-Rhyne University
18 miles, W
•
1.9
Catawba Valley Community College
18 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Iredell Memorial Hospital Inc
14 miles, SE
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3.2
Davis Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SE
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3.2
Catawba Valley Medical Center
17 miles, SW
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3.2
Wilkes Regional Medical Center
18 miles, N
•
4.1
Airports
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
48 miles, S
•
5
Piedmont Triad International Airport
65 miles, E
•
1.9
Tri-Cities Airport
84 miles, NW
•
1
Asheville Regional Airport
88 miles, W
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1.4