Fayetteville, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
209,692 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,395 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$941 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
3
Fayetteville Metro Area
3
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
4
Fayetteville Metro Area
4
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, NC State Senate District 19, NC State House District 44, NC
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Schools

Ponderosa Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Morganton Road Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Westover Middle
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Westover High
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
56 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Florence Regional Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
79 miles, SE • 1 star
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