Scotland Neck, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
2,087 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$18,202 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
52.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$76,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$260 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Halifax County
2
Roanoke Rapids 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

Halifax County
3
Roanoke Rapids Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 3 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 25%
Hillary Clinton 73%
Other 2%

Schools

Hobgood Academy
7 miles, S 1 star

Colleges

Edgecombe Community College
19 miles, SW 1.4 star
North Carolina Wesleyan College
21 miles, W 1.9 star
Halifax Community College
23 miles, N 1.4 star
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
26 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
16 miles, SW 4.1 star
Halifax Regional Medical Center Inc
24 miles, N 1.4 star
Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital
26 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
34 miles, S 1 star
Norfolk International Airport
86 miles, E 2.3 star