Saluda, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
676 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,946 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$321,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$519 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,063 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
1
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 3 38
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 5 1 48
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 5 0 74
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 48, NC State House District 113, NC
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Schools

Saluda Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Upward Elementary
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
Hillandale Elementary
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Blue Ridge Community College
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
North Greenville University
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Brevard College
22 miles, W • 1.4 star
Furman University
22 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

St Lukes Hospital
8 miles, E • 4.1 star
Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Park Ridge Health
13 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
86 miles, N • 1 star
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