Cape Carteret, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
2,598 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,313 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$347,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,380 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carteret County
2
Morehead City 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

Carteret County
3
Morehead City Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 6 0 74
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 4 0 55
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 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 13, NC
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Schools

White Oak Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Salt and Light Academy
2 miles, S • 1 star
Swansboro Elementary
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Swansboro Middle
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Carteret Community College
17 miles, E • 1.4 star
Coastal Carolina Community College
19 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Craven Community College
29 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

NMC Camp Lejeune
17 miles, NW
Carteret General Hospital
18 miles, E • 2.3 star
Brynn Marr Hosp
18 miles, NW
Onslow Memorial Hospital
19 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
26 miles, NE • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
33 miles, NW • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
56 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
68 miles, N • 1 star
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