Hobgood, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
215 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$59,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Halifax County
2
Roanoke Rapids 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

Halifax County
3
Roanoke Rapids Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 2%

Schools

Hobgood Academy
<1 miles, NW 1 star
North Edgecombe High
11 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

Edgecombe Community College
14 miles, SW 1.4 star
North Carolina Wesleyan College
21 miles, W 1.9 star
Martin Community College
21 miles, SE 1 star
Nash Community College
28 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
12 miles, W 4.1 star
Martin General Hospital
22 miles, SE 3.2 star
Nash General Hospital
26 miles, W 1.4 star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
27 miles, S 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
84 miles, SW 1 star