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Maggie Valley, NC vs Wilmington, NC
Maggie Valley, NC vs Wilmington, NC: What the data shows
Maggie Valley, NC is in Maggie Valley, NC while Wilmington, NC is in Wilmington, NC — both in the same state. On home prices, Wilmington, NC is the more affordable option at $219,700 median — $205,300 less than Maggie Valley, NC's $425,000. WYLT rates Maggie Valley, NC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Wilmington, NC as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Maggie Valley, NC has the stronger safety profile of the two. Maggie Valley, NC has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Wilmington, NC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Maggie Valley, NC has Low flood risk and Wilmington, NC has High flood risk.
Maggie Valley, NC is the more walkable neighborhood. Maggie Valley, NC scores 10/100 (car-dependent) versus Wilmington, NC's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Wilmington, NC has the higher school rating — Maggie Valley, NC rates 6/10 and Wilmington, NC rates 6.5/10.
| Category | Maggie Valley, NC | Wilmington, NC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $425K | $220K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $55K ✓ Higher income | $47K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 10/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 1/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 2/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 188 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6/10 | 6.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | RetireesNature loversRemote workers | Boating familiesWater‑sport enthusiastsAffordable starter‑home buyers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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