Bent Creek, NC Rankings

Bent Creek, NC is a small town located in Buncombe County with a population of 1,198 people as of 2019. Despite its small size, the community offers much to do and is ranked highly on bestplaces.com across various categories. Bent Creek ranks number one for lowest cost of living index and highest per capita income, as well as a top ten ranking for housing affordability and public schools rating. The crime rate ranks in the top five percent nationwide, making it one of the safest communities to live in. With access to some of the best facilities in North Carolina, Bent Creek provides residents with quality education options, entertainment venues and recreational activities. The town is also known for its annual festivals that attract tourists from all over the region. All these attributes make Bent Creek an attractive place to call home.

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