Como, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
64 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
37.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
59 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$95,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$348 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$482 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hertford 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

Hertford County
2
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 1 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 2%

Schools

Riverview Elementary
6 miles, W 1.9 star
Hertford County Middle
7 miles, W 1.4 star
CS Brown High
8 miles, S 4.1 star
Ridgecroft School
10 miles, SW 4.6 star

Colleges

Chowan University
7 miles, W 1.9 star
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
12 miles, SW 1.4 star
Paul D Camp Community College
13 miles, NE 1.4 star
Suffolk Beauty Academy
29 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

Southampton Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE 2.3 star
Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital
15 miles, S 3.2 star
Sentara Obici Hospital
30 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Norfolk International Airport
52 miles, E 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
63 miles, SW 1 star
Richmond International Airport
72 miles, N 2.3 star