Fountain, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,261 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
46.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$671 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$380 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pitt County
1
Greenville Metro 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

Pitt County
1
Greenville Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 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 red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 5, NC State House District 8, NC
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Schools

Sam D Bundy Elementary
6 miles, S • 1.9 star
Farmville Middle
6 miles, S • 1.9 star
Farmville Central High
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Edgecombe Community College
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Pitt Community College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Wilson Community College
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Vidant Medical Center
14 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Wilson Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Nash General Hospital
24 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
14 miles, SE • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
58 miles, S • 1 star
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
66 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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