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Comprehensive Data Report

Valle Crucis, NC

ZIP Code 28691

Watauga County

Population
48,691
Median Income
$53,691
Home Value
$262,119
Livability
81/100
Total Population
48,691
Median Household Income
$53,691
Median Home Value
$262,119
Median Rent
$1,491

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 77/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
48,691 residents
Median Age
41.8 years
Safety Score
77/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
81
Excellent
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
81/100
Cost of Living
76/100
Safety
84/100
Education
84/100
Employment
79/100
Housing
82/100
Weather
87/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Valle Crucis, NC 28691

Coordinates: 36.2092°, -81.7789°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
120
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
128
Above avg
Transportation
112
Above avg
Healthcare
114
Above avg
Groceries
108
Average
Utilities
109
Average
Overall
120
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
31,153
Employment Rate
95.3%
Avg. Commute
32 min
Work From Home
19%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.6%
Manufacturing
11.1%
Education
10.6%
Retail Trade
10.1%
Professional Services
8.5%
Total Employed
29,693
Total Unemployed
3,143
Unemployment Rate
10.1%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
41.8 years
Per Capita Income
$32,214
Poverty Rate
14.0%