Buxton, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,451
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
25.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,054
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$385,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,045
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dare County
2
Kill Devil Hills 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
Dare County
5
Kill Devil Hills Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 7 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 75 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 47 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Hurricane Winds Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 79, NCSchools
Cape Hatteras Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Cape Hatteras Secondary School
1 miles, N
•
3.7
Ocracoke School
27 miles, W
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3.7
Mattamuskeet Elementary
40 miles, NW
•
1.9
Colleges
Pamlico Community College
74 miles, W
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1
Carteret Community College
78 miles, W
•
1.4
Elizabeth City State University
80 miles, N
•
1.9
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
82 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
48 miles, N
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4.1
Carteret General Hospital
78 miles, W
•
2.3
Washington County Hosp Inc
80 miles, NW
Vidant Chowan Hospital
82 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
86 miles, W
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1
Pitt-Greenville Airport
107 miles, NW
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1
Norfolk International Airport
119 miles, N
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2.3
Albert J Ellis Airport
121 miles, W
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1