High Point, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
115,263 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,228 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$531 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$826 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Guilford County
1
Greensboro-High Point 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

Guilford County
1
Greensboro-High Point Metro Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 4 0 58
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 53% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, NC State Senate District 27, NC State House District 60, NC
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Schools

T Wingate Andrews High
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Wesleyan Christian Academy
<1 miles, W • 5 star
Kearns Academy
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Welborn Middle
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

High Point University
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
South University-High Point
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

High Point Regional Health System
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
North Carolina Baptist Hospital
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
68 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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