Garner, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
32,543 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,496 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$320,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$594 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,317 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary 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

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 0 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, NC State Senate District 14, NC State House District 33, NC
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Schools

Aversboro Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Vandora Springs Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Timber Drive Elementary
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
North Garner Middle
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Shaw University
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Wake Technical Community College
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
Saint Augustine's University
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
William Peace University
7 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Wakemed, Raleigh Campus
7 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Duke Health Raleigh Hospital
9 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
69 miles, SE • 1 star
Piedmont Triad International Airport
79 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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