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Lake Lure
City in North Carolina, United States
Overview
Lake Lure is a tranquil mountain town famous for its pristine lake, iconic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and outdoor adventures. Its natural beauty attracts visitors for boating, hiking, and relaxation, with charming villages and resort-style amenities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
North Carolina
Population
1,365
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
35.43°, -82.20°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
86
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,555
Local Cost
$1,610
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
68
English
100
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
22.3°C
Winter Avg
2.6°C
Record High
38.1°C
Record Low
-19.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1347 mm
Internet Speed
119 Mbps
Upload
36 Mbps
Latency
25 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AVL
Distance
31 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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