Grandfather 58 Below average
Grandfather Livability #564 ranked city in North Carolina#20,545 ranked city in the USARanks better than 29% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Grandfather

PROS
  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

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      Grandfather transportation information

      Statistic Grandfather North Carolina National
      Average one way commute26min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work100.0%81.1%76.4%
      Workers who carpool0.0%9.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%1.8%2.8%
      Working from home0.0%4.8%4.6%
      Source: The Grandfather, NC data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).