Knightdale, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
19,532 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,638 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$331,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$702 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,361 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary 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

Wake County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NC State Senate District 14, NC State House District 39, NC
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Schools

Lockhart Elementary
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Knightdale Elementary
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Forestville Road Elementary
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Knightdale High
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Gwinnett College
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Saint Augustine's University
7 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wakemed, Raleigh Campus
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
Duke Health Raleigh Hospital
7 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
17 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
63 miles, SE • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
83 miles, S • 1 star
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