Tyrrell County, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
3,376 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,952 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$138,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$448 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$334 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 2 0 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 2 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 3, NC State House District 1, NC
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Schools

Tyrrell Elementary
5 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Columbia High
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Columbia Middle
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Colleges

Elizabeth City State University
28 miles, N • 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
College of the Albemarle
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
Beaufort County Community College
51 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Vidant Chowan Hospital
28 miles, NW • 3.2 star
The Outer Banks Hospital, Inc
31 miles, E • 4.1 star
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
31 miles, N • 2.3 star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
70 miles, W • 1 star
Norfolk International Airport
71 miles, N • 2.3 star
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
74 miles, SW • 1 star