Hampstead, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
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
9,129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,184 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$395,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,128 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pender County
1
Wilmington 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

Pender County
4
Wilmington Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

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 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 7 0 78
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 3%

Schools

South Topsail Elementary
3 miles, E 3.7 star
Coastal Preparatory Academy
4 miles, SW 2.8 star
Topsail High
5 miles, E 3.2 star

Colleges

College of Wilmington
13 miles, SW 1 star
Cape Fear Community College
14 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
14 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Wilmington International Airport
11 miles, W 1.4 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
33 miles, NE 1 star
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
64 miles, NE 1 star