Garland, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
914 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$614 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sampson 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

Sampson County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 43
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 68
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 5 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 9, NC State House District 22, NC
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Schools

Union Intermediate
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
Mintz Christian Academy
9 miles, N • 5 star
Union Elementary
9 miles, E • 3.7 star
Union High
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Sampson Community College
14 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Bladen Community College
21 miles, W • 1.4 star
James Sprunt Community College
26 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Mount Olive
34 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sampson Regional Medical Center
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Vidant Duplin Hospital
28 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
44 miles, E • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
45 miles, S • 1.4 star
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