Salvo, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
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
219 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,940 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$366,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$966 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
8.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dare County
2
Kill Devil Hills Urban Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dare County
5
Kill Devil Hills Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 43
Feb 3 0 44
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 3 1 46

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 1, NC State House District 79, NC
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Schools

Cape Hatteras Secondary School
20 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Cape Hatteras Elementary School
20 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Wanchese Christian Academy
22 miles, N • 1 star
Dare Learning Academy
26 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Elizabeth City State University
65 miles, N • 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
67 miles, N • 1.4 star
College of the Albemarle
68 miles, N • 1.4 star
Pamlico Community College
84 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
28 miles, N • 4.1 star
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
68 miles, N • 2.3 star
Vidant Chowan Hospital
73 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
102 miles, N • 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
108 miles, NW • 1 star
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