Scotch Meadows, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
506 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,694 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$417 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$562 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scotland County
5
Laurinburg Urban Area
5
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Scotland County
5
Laurinburg Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 42
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, NC State Senate District 24, NC State House District 48, NC
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Schools

Scotland Christian Academy
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
McColl Elementary/Middle
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Christ the Cornerstone Academy
3 miles, NE • 1 star
Sycamore Lane Elementary
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

St Andrews University
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Richmond Community College
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northeastern Technical College
24 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Scotland Memorial Hospital
5 miles, NE • 3.2 star
McLeod Medical Center-Dillon
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
McLeod Health Cheraw
23 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
29 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
37 miles, SW • 1 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
77 miles, S • 2.3 star
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