Valle Crucis, NC

North Carolina

Valle Crucis is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 243.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
243 Population 55/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $53,409 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°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
72.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 72.9%
116% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Valle Crucis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population243
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$53,409
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,193M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Elevation3,189 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries2

Is Valle Crucis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valle Crucis receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Valle Crucis 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 21 minutes.

Education

Valle Crucis is a highly educated community — 72.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Valle Crucis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches, including 66.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Valle Crucis has a population of 243 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

243
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valle Crucis 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 21 minutes.

Income: Valle Crucis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$53,409
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$81,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,018
County GDP$3,193M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare167
Retail304
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,223
21% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.5%

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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,223
21% above US avg
In Valle Crucis, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death6,649/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities167

Crime Rates: Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Valle Crucis has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall66.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,189 ft (972 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates36.2156°N, 81.7966°W
County FIPS37189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 72.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (116% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 52.3%

Winner: Democrat by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.9%
116% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants180
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.5%

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