Wilkesboro, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,664
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$41,175
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$197,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$493
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$599
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wilkes County
1
North Wilkesboro 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
Wilkes County
3
North Wilkesboro Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 5 | 32 |
| Feb | 4 | 5 | 35 |
| Mar | 5 | 3 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 3 | 35 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.
Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 36, NC State House District 94, NCSchools
Wilkes Early College High School
<1 miles, SW
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4.6
Wilkesboro Elementary School
<1 miles, S
•
2.3
Harvest Time Christian Academy
2 miles, E
•
1
Wilkes Central High School
2 miles, SW
•
2.8
Colleges
Wilkes Community College
<1 miles, SW
•
1.4
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
26 miles, SW
•
1.4
Appalachian State University
28 miles, NW
•
2.3
Lenoir-Rhyne University
29 miles, SW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Wilkes Regional Medical Center
2 miles, E
•
4.1
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
21 miles, E
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3.2
Ashe Memorial Hospital
25 miles, N
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4.1
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital
26 miles, NE
•
2.3
Airports
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
65 miles, S
•
5
Piedmont Triad International Airport
69 miles, SE
•
1.9
Tri-Cities Airport
72 miles, NW
•
1
Asheville Regional Airport
91 miles, W
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1.4