Oriental, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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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
930
332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
52.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,875
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$406,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$677
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$875
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pamlico County
1
New Bern Urban 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
Pamlico County
3
New Bern Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 7 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 6 | 0 | 74 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 47 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Hurricane Winds Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 79, NCSchools
Arapahoe Charter School
8 miles, W
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2.3
Pamlico County Middle
9 miles, N
•
1.9
Fred A Anderson Elementary
9 miles, N
•
1.9
Pamlico County Primary
9 miles, N
Colleges
Pamlico Community College
9 miles, NW
•
1
Carteret Community College
22 miles, SW
•
1.4
Craven Community College
24 miles, NW
•
1.4
Beaufort County Community College
38 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Carteret General Hospital
22 miles, SW
•
2.3
Carolina East Medical Center
22 miles, NW
•
4.1
Vidant Beaufort Hospital
41 miles, N
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3.2
Brynn Marr Hosp
44 miles, W
Airports
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
21 miles, NW
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1
Albert J Ellis Airport
55 miles, W
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1
Pitt-Greenville Airport
58 miles, N
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1
Wilmington International Airport
87 miles, W
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1.4