Fairplains, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
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
1,876 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,586 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$299 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$527 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wilkes County
1
North Wilkesboro Urban Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wilkes County
3
North Wilkesboro Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 33
Feb 4 3 36
Mar 5 2 43
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 36, NC State House District 94, NC
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Schools

North Wilkesboro Elementary School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Harvest Time Christian Academy
3 miles, S • 1 star
Mulberry Elementary School
3 miles, N • 2.8 star
Wilkes Early College High School
4 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Wilkes Community College
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Surry Community College
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
Appalachian State University
30 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Wilkes Regional Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ashe Memorial Hospital
23 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
68 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tri-Cities Airport
73 miles, NW • 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
94 miles, W • 1.4 star
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