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Mars Hill

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  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Town in North Carolina
  • 3 reviews
B+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B-
  2. Crime & Safety
    B
  3. Housing
    B-
  4. Nightlife
    B
  5. Good for Families
    B+
  6. Diversity
    B
  7. Jobs
    C+
  8. Weather
    B
  9. Cost of Living
    B
  10. Health & Fitness
    B-
  11. Outdoor Activities
    B+
  12. Commute
    A-
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Population
2,620

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$191,200
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$625
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    38%
  • Own
    62%
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Mars Hill Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    87
    283
  • Murder
    0
    6
  • Rape
    0
    41
  • Robbery
    43
    136
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    348
    500
  • Theft
    1,043
    2,043
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    87
    284
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Residents

Diversity
B
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$42,941
National
$55,322
Children
13%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    19%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    25%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    25%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    23%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    8%
    13%
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Mars Hill Reviews

3 reviews
Very small town which seems to house many underprivileged individuals or retirees who have settled in to a town near Asheville and hope to soak in the views. It is very good commute to Asheville which houses many amenities tourists are looking for. Much more needed within the community to make it more livable long term.
  • Sep 15 2017
  • Overall Experience
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I just applied to Mars Hill University and we spent the weekend exploring the city and the university. I don't think I have been anywhere more beautiful than the area of Mars Hill, NC. Amazingly wonderful. The mountains, the hills, the fresh air, the architecture, and the citizens of the town. Very welcoming. I will love living and attending college here !
  • Aug 15 2017
  • Overall Experience
Not a lot to do or see other than great hiking. A few local restaurants but they have weird hours.
  • Dec 2 2015
  • Overall Experience