Swain County, NC Eviction Risk
3 cities · 3,961 residents · Avg 3.3/10 (Low) · Updated3.3Avg score
4.0Highest city
3.0Lowest city
25.7%Rent burden
$929Median rent
R+19.52020 margin
County heatmap
All cities in Swain County
| # | City | Population | Median rent | Rent burden | Risk score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherokee, NC | 2,059 | $1,075 | 22.1% | 4.0 |
| 2 | Bryson City, NC | 1,902 | $783 | 29.2% | 3.0 |
| 3 | Whittier, NC | — | — | — | 3.0 |
About Swain County
Swain County spans 3 cities serving approximately 3,961 residents. The average landlord eviction risk across the county is 3.3/10. The county voted Republican by 19.5 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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