Wakulla, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
175 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$29,457 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$59,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$536 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$386 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Robeson County
4
Lumberton Urban Area
4
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Robeson County
5
Lumberton Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 42
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 2%

Schools

Oxendine Elementary
<1 miles, N 1.4 star
Peterson Elementary
4 miles, E 1.4 star
Red Springs Middle
4 miles, E 1.4 star
Red Springs High
4 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

St Andrews University
13 miles, W 1.9 star
Robeson Community College
16 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Scotland Memorial Hospital
13 miles, W 3.2 star
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
18 miles, SE 3.2 star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
18 miles, NE 4.1 star
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
25 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Florence Regional Airport
50 miles, SW 1 star
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
79 miles, NE 3.7 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
79 miles, S 2.3 star