Fairfield, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 1/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
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
276 332.4M (US)
Median Age
18.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,659 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
85 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$505 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$557 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hyde 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

Hyde County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 43
Feb 2 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 2 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 73
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 2 0 54
Dec 2 1 45

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 79, NC
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Schools

Mattamuskeet Early College High
8 miles, S • 1.9 star
Mattamuskeet Elementary
8 miles, S • 1.9 star
Pungo Christian Academy
23 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Beaufort County Community College
42 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pamlico Community College
48 miles, W • 1 star
Elizabeth City State University
50 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
52 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Vidant Chowan Hospital
42 miles, N • 3.2 star
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
44 miles, E • 4.1 star
Vidant Beaufort Hospital
46 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
65 miles, NW • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
93 miles, W • 1 star
Norfolk International Airport
93 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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