Seven Devils, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
390 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$351,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,250 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Watauga County
1
Boone 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

Watauga County
2
Boone Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 5 30
Feb 4 5 33
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 47, NC State House District 93, NC
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Schools

Banner Elk Elementary
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Grandfather Academy
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Valle Crucis Elementary
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Lees-McRae College
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Appalachian State University
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
Mayland Community College
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Watauga Medical Center
10 miles, E • 5 star
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
22 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
40 miles, NW • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
64 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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