Cape Colony, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
470 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$178,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$654 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$860 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chowan 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

Chowan County
2
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 45

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 56%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 1, NC
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

John A Holmes High
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Washington Early College High
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lawrence Academy
10 miles, W • 5 star
Washington County Middle
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Browse all schools near Chowan County

Colleges

Elizabeth City State University
27 miles, E • 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
College of the Albemarle
29 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Martin Community College
31 miles, W • 1 star
Browse all colleges near Chowan County

Hospitals

Vidant Chowan Hospital
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Vidant Bertie Hospital
19 miles, W • 5 star
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
29 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Browse all hospitals near Chowan County

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
52 miles, W • 1 star
Norfolk International Airport
64 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
70 miles, SW • 1 star
Browse all airports near Chowan County