Buies Creek, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
3,613 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
66.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
42.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$370,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$619 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$979 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harnett County
2
Anderson Creek 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

Harnett County
3
Anderson Creek Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, NC State Senate District 12, NC State House District 6, NC
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Schools

Buies Creek Elementary
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Coats Elementary
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Cape Fear Christian Academy
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
Harnett Central High
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Campbell University
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Wake Technical Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Methodist University
20 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital
9 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
75 miles, SE • 1 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
78 miles, E • 1 star
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