Morganton, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
17,541 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,434 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$208,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$676 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Burke 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

Burke County
3
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 5 35
Feb 4 4 38
Mar 4 3 44
Apr 4 1 53
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 45
Dec 4 3 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NC State Senate District 46, NC State House District 86, NC
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Schools

Forest Hill Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
NC School for the Deaf
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Piedmont Community College
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lenoir-Rhyne University
21 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Caldwell Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE • 3.2 star
The McDowell Hospital
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
52 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
64 miles, N • 1 star
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