Sims, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
366
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$73,667
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$214,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$812
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wilson County
1
Wilson Urban 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
Wilson County
2
Wilson Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Feb | 3 | 1 | 44 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 3 | 1 | 43 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (36%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 4, NC State House District 24, NCSchools
Bailey Elementary
4 miles, NW
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2.3
Rock Ridge Elementary
4 miles, SW
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4.6
James Hunt High
4 miles, SE
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2.8
Wilson Christian Academy
5 miles, SE
•
4.6
Colleges
Mitchells Academy
7 miles, SE
•
1
Barton College
8 miles, SE
•
1.9
Wilson Community College
9 miles, SE
•
1.4
Nash Community College
18 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Wilson Medical Center
7 miles, SE
•
2.3
Nash General Hospital
19 miles, NE
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1.4
Johnston Health
23 miles, SW
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4.1
Cherry Hospital
25 miles, S
Airports
Pitt-Greenville Airport
39 miles, SE
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1
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
42 miles, NW
•
3.7
Albert J Ellis Airport
69 miles, S
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1
Fayetteville Regional Airport-Grannis Field
70 miles, SW
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1