Wallace, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
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
3,438 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,358 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$593 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Duplin County
2
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

Duplin County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 43
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat 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 59%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NC State Senate District 9, NC State House District 4, NC
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Schools

Wallace Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Wallace-Rose Hill High
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Penderlea Elementary
6 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

James Sprunt Community College
14 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Sampson Community College
27 miles, NW • 1.4 star
University of Mount Olive
33 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Vidant Duplin Hospital
16 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Sampson Regional Medical Center
26 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
22 miles, E • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
33 miles, S • 1.4 star
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