Simpson, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
388 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,321 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$178,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$586 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pitt County
1
Greenville 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

Pitt County
1
Greenville Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 1 44

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 49%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 3%

Schools

Pope John Paul Ii Catholic HS
4 miles, NW 5 star
Trinity Christian School
4 miles, NW 3.7 star
Eastern Elementary
4 miles, NW 2.3 star
DH Conley High
4 miles, SW 2.8 star

Colleges

East Carolina University
6 miles, NW 2.3 star
Pitt Community College
7 miles, W 1.4 star
Beaufort County Community College
18 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Vidant Medical Center
7 miles, NW 2.3 star
Vidant Beaufort Hospital
14 miles, SE 3.2 star
Martin General Hospital
22 miles, NE 3.2 star
Unc Lenoir Health Care
26 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
7 miles, NW 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
55 miles, SW 1 star
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
87 miles, NW 3.7 star