Speed, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
81 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,705 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$75,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$355 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$489 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgecombe County
2
Rocky Mount 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

Edgecombe County
2
Rocky Mount Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 3 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 1 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 5, NC State House District 23, NC
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Schools

Hobgood Academy
5 miles, NE • 1 star
WA Pattillo Middle
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Martin Millennium Academy
7 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Edgecombe Community College
9 miles, W • 1.4 star
North Carolina Wesleyan College
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Martin Community College
22 miles, SE • 1 star
East Carolina University
25 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Nash General Hospital
23 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Martin General Hospital
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
23 miles, S • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
79 miles, SW • 1 star
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