Bladenboro, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
2,181 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,517 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$89,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$393 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bladen County
2
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bladen County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 43
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 6 0 79
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NC State Senate District 9, NC State House District 22, NC
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Schools

Bladenboro Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bladenboro Primary
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
West Bladen High
7 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Bladen Community College
8 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Southeastern Community College
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Robeson Community College
15 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Southeastern Regional Medical Center
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
McLeod Medical Center-Dillon
34 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Wilmington International Airport
54 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
58 miles, W • 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
60 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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