Red Oak, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
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
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
3,372 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,464 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$547 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nash County
1
Rocky Mount 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

Nash County
1
Rocky Mount Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 58
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 11, NC State House District 25, NC
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Schools

Red Oak Middle
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
Swift Creek Elementary
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Cedar Grove Elementary
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Nash Community College
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
North Carolina Wesleyan College
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Louisburg College
22 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Edgecombe Community College
22 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nash General Hospital
7 miles, S • 1.4 star
Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
22 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Wilson Medical Center
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
41 miles, S • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
87 miles, S • 1 star
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