JAARS, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
769 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,107 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
35.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$9,999 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$275 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,315 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
2
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro 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

Union County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 4 1 45
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 29, NC State House District 55, NC
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Schools

Waxhaw Elementary
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
South Providence
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Western Union Elementary
5 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

York Technical College
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Winthrop University
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Atrium Health Union
15 miles, E • 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Pineville
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
67 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
75 miles, SE • 1 star
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