Mineral Springs, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,244 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,203 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$353,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$435 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,098 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.1% 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 44
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 35, NC State House District 68, NC
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Schools

Western Union Elementary
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
New Town Elementary
3 miles, N • 4.6 star
Waxhaw Elementary
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
South Providence
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Wingate University
14 miles, E • 2.3 star
Empire Beauty School-Pineville
14 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Atrium Health Union
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
Carolinas Medical Center-Pineville
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
74 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
76 miles, SE • 1 star
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