Pinehurst, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,992 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,955 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$423,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$652 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,570 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Moore County
1
Pinehurst-Southern Pines 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

Moore County
2
Pinehurst-Southern Pines Metro Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 3 0 44
Mar 4 0 51
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

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, NC State Senate District 21, NC State House District 78, NC
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Schools

Pinehurst Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Pinecrest High
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Southern Middle
4 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Sandhills Community College
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
Richmond Community College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Montgomery Community College
26 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Central Carolina Community College
27 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Central Carolina Hospital
25 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
61 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Florence Regional Airport
71 miles, SW • 1 star
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