Norman, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
138 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
96.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$37,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$350 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$430 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richmond County
4
Rockingham Urban Area
4
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Richmond County
5
Rockingham Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 3 1 44
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 29, NC State House District 52, NC
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Schools

Ellerbe Middle
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Mineral Springs Elementary
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Candor Elementary
8 miles, N • 1.9 star
West End Elementary
10 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Montgomery Community College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
Sandhills Community College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
Richmond Community College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital
15 miles, E • 4.1 star
Stanly Regional Medical Center
30 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
68 miles, SW • 1 star
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