Lowgap, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
226 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$355 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
21.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Surry County
1
Mount Airy Urban 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

Surry County
5
Mount Airy Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 33
Feb 3 4 36
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 36, NC State House District 90, NC
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Schools

Cedar Ridge Elementary
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Fairview Elem
5 miles, N • 4.6 star
Glade Creek Elementary
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Oakland Elem
8 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Surry Community College
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
Wytheville Community College
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
Wilkes Community College
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
New River Community College
41 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Twin County Regional Hospital
11 miles, N • 2.3 star
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital
14 miles, W • 2.3 star
Northern Hospital of Surry County
15 miles, SE • 5 star
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
18 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
60 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tri-Cities Airport
85 miles, W • 1 star
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