Kitty Hawk, 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
6/10
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Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
3,721
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
42.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,811
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$494,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$783
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,296
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 42 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 6 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 45 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Hurricane Winds Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 1, NCSchools
Heron Pond Montessori School
<1 miles, S
Kitty Hawk Elementary School
2 miles, N
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4.1
First Flight High School
5 miles, S
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2.8
First Flight Elementary School
5 miles, S
•
3.7
Colleges
Elizabeth City State University
31 miles, NW
•
1.9
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
32 miles, NW
•
1.4
College of the Albemarle
33 miles, NW
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1.4
Hospitals
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
10 miles, S
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4.1
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
33 miles, NW
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2.3
Vidant Chowan Hospital
50 miles, NW
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3.2
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
53 miles, N
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5
Airports
Norfolk International Airport
63 miles, N
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2.3
Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport
85 miles, N
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1
Pitt-Greenville Airport
98 miles, W
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1
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
102 miles, W
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1