Fontana Dam, NC

North Carolina

Fontana Dam is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 11.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11 Population 18/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Fontana Dam Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11
Median AgeN/A
Density18/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$330M
Commute3 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Elevation1,801 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute3 min
Broadband5.0%
Libraries1

Is Fontana Dam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fontana Dam receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Fontana Dam stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fontana Dam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fontana Dam has a population of 11 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

11
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fontana Dam is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Fontana Dam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$52,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$330M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare10
Retail30
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,171
9% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,171
9% below US avg

Health Metrics: Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate0.0%
Premature Death11,941/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Fontana Dam has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,801 ft (549 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates35.4328°N, 83.8248°W
County FIPS37075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.8-point margin. 5.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 63.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access5.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants16
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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