Candor, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
1,284 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,983 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$139,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$770 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
1
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

Montgomery County
2
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 2 1 44
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 2 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 2 0 60
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 2 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 29, NC State House District 67, NC
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Schools

Candor Elementary
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
East Middle
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
East Montgomery High
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
Green Ridge Elementary
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Montgomery Community College
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sandhills Community College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Randolph Community College
27 miles, N • 1.4 star
Richmond Community College
27 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Stanly Regional Medical Center
26 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Randolph Hospital
29 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

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