Hatteras, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
381
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
49.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$48,980
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$592,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$993
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
16.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dare County
2
Kill Devil Hills Urban Area
2
North Carolina
1
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Dare County
5
Kill Devil Hills Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 7 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 6 | 0 | 75 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 48 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Hurricane Winds Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 79, NCSchools
Cape Hatteras Elementary School
8 miles, E
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3.7
Cape Hatteras Secondary School
8 miles, E
•
3.7
Ocracoke School
18 miles, W
•
3.7
Mattamuskeet Elementary
34 miles, NW
•
1.9
Colleges
Pamlico Community College
66 miles, W
•
1
Carteret Community College
70 miles, W
•
1.4
Beaufort County Community College
75 miles, NW
•
1.4
Elizabeth City State University
79 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
50 miles, NE
•
4.1
Carteret General Hospital
69 miles, W
•
2.3
Washington County Hosp Inc
74 miles, NW
Carolina East Medical Center
78 miles, W
•
4.1
Airports
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
77 miles, W
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1
Pitt-Greenville Airport
100 miles, NW
•
1
Albert J Ellis Airport
112 miles, W
•
1
Norfolk International Airport
119 miles, N
•
2.3