Parkton, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
515 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$622 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$838 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Robeson County
4
Lumberton 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

Robeson County
5
Lumberton Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NC State Senate District 24, NC State House District 46, NC
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Schools

Parkton Elementary
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Jack Britt High
5 miles, N • 3.7 star
Sandy Grove Middle
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
10 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
64 miles, SW • 1 star
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
68 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Wilmington International Airport
77 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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