Albemarle, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
16,527 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,825 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$186,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$647 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stanly County
2
Albemarle Urban Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Stanly County
3
Albemarle Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 33, NC State House District 67, NC
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Schools

Central Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Albemarle High
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Stanly Academy Learning Center
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Stanly Community College
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pfeiffer University
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
Montgomery Community College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
24 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Stanly Regional Medical Center
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
24 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
53 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Florence Regional Airport
85 miles, S • 1 star
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