Halifax County, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
48,219 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,071 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$528 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Roanoke Rapids Urban Area
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

Roanoke Rapids Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 38
Feb 2 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 2 0 58
May 3 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 2 0 59
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 2 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 3, NC State House District 27, NC
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Schools

Enfield Middle STEAM Academy
5 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Inborden Elementary STEAM Academy
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Halifax Community College
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
North Carolina Wesleyan College
18 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Nash Community College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Edgecombe Community College
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Halifax Regional Medical Center Inc
13 miles, N • 1.4 star
Nash General Hospital
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
45 miles, S • 1 star
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