Nebo, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
1,608 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,907 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$289 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$743 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McDowell County
1
Marion 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

McDowell County
4
Marion Urban Area
4
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 5 35
Feb 4 5 38
Mar 5 4 45
Apr 4 2 53
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 1 46
Dec 4 3 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 46, NC State House District 85, NC
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Schools

Nebo Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Nebo Crossing Academy
<1 miles, S • 5 star
Eastfield Global Magnet School
4 miles, W • 2.3 star
McDowell Early College
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Western Piedmont Community College
13 miles, E • 1.4 star
Mayland Community College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
Montreat College
22 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

The McDowell Hospital
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
16 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
40 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
59 miles, N • 1 star
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