Clay County, NC Eviction Risk
1 cities · 1,208 residents · Avg 4.9/10 (Moderate) · Updated4.9Avg score
4.9Highest city
4.9Lowest city
20.0%Rent burden
$499Median rent
R+49.52020 margin
County heatmap
All cities in Clay County
| # | City | Population | Median rent | Rent burden | Risk score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hayesville, NC | 1,208 | $499 | 20.0% | 4.9 |
About Clay County
Clay County spans 1 cities serving approximately 1,208 residents. The average landlord eviction risk across the county is 4.9/10. The county voted Republican by 49.5 points in 2020.
Risk varies city-by-city within the county. Use the grid above to see exact scores, median gross rent, and rent burden for every municipality. Click any city for full sub-score breakdown including local political climate, rent-control exposure, tenant organizing strength, and typical eviction cost and timeline.
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