Living in Graham County, North Carolina

Graham County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 8,616. The main communities are Robbinsville, Lake Santeetlah, Fontana Dam.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $499/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $245K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Graham County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.