I live in San Francisco, involved in the tech community and I'd say more than half the people I speak with know about Bitcoin and about 10% really really know Bitcoin. It's surprising how well some people understand it and how many people really are supportive.
I don't think I could say the same if I still lived in a small North Carolina town like I did a few years back but give it time.
Jered
I'm stuck in North Carolina, but I'm going to be fleeing to Florida instead.