Polk County, NC Eviction Risk
4 cities · 4,546 residents · Avg 3.8/10 (Low) · Updated3.8Avg score
4.3Highest city
2.9Lowest city
21.9%Rent burden
$1,119Median rent
R+25.72020 margin
County heatmap
All cities in Polk County
| # | City | Population | Median rent | Rent burden | Risk score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tryon, NC | 1,810 | $1,288 | 28.1% | 4.3 |
| 2 | Columbus, NC | 1,071 | $788 | 26.7% | 4.2 |
| 3 | Lake Lure, NC | 1,543 | $786 | 19.0% | 3.8 |
| 4 | Chimney Rock Village, NC | 122 | $1,617 | 13.7% | 2.9 |
About Polk County
Polk County spans 4 cities serving approximately 4,546 residents. The average landlord eviction risk across the county is 3.8/10. The county voted Republican by 25.7 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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