Duck, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
662 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$705,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$979 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,141 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
9.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 41
Feb 3 0 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 1 44

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Jarvisburg Elementary
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Kitty Hawk Elementary School
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Elizabeth City State University
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
27 miles, NW • 1.4 star
College of the Albemarle
28 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
28 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
45 miles, N • 5 star
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
47 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
55 miles, N • 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
99 miles, W • 1 star
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
106 miles, SW • 1 star
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