Catawba, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
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
632 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,659 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$138,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$286 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$927 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Catawba County
1
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Catawba County
3
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 38
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 3 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 4 0 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Catawba Elementary School
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Catawba Rosenwald Education Center
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
River Bend Middle
4 miles, N · 2.3star
Mill Creek Middle
4 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Mitchell Community College
11 miles, E · 1.4star
Catawba Valley Community College
12 miles, W · 1.4star
NASCAR Technical Institute
14 miles, SE · 2.3star
Lenoir-Rhyne University
15 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Catawba Valley Medical Center
11 miles, NW · 3.2star
Iredell Memorial Hospital Inc
12 miles, E · 3.2star
Frye Regional Medical Center
15 miles, NW · 2.3star
Davis Regional Medical Center
16 miles, E · 3.2star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
85 miles, W · 1.4star
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