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Comprehensive Data Report

Fontana Dam, NC

ZIP Code 28733

Graham County

Population
56
Median Income
$140,132
Home Value
$271,100
Livability
64/100
Total Population
56
Median Household Income
$140,132
Median Home Value
$271,100
Median Rent
-$666,666,666

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 72 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
56 residents
Median Age
72.3 years
Safety Score
60/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
64
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
75/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
60/100
Education
37/100
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Employment
61/100
Housing
66/100
Weather
69/100

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

Fontana Dam, NC 28733

Coordinates: 35.4231°, -83.7795°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
-7799922
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
-19047573
Below avg
Transportation
-1904667
Below avg
Healthcare
-952284
Below avg
Groceries
-2857051
Below avg
Utilities
-1523714
Below avg
Overall
-7799922
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,283,116,000
Employment Rate
96.3%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
17.9%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.7%
Retail Trade
12%
Education
11.3%
Manufacturing
8.8%
Total Employed
5,088,201,000
Total Unemployed
194,915,000
Unemployment Rate
3.7%

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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
72.3 years
Per Capita Income
$73,895
Poverty Rate
19.6%