Watha, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
244 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$483 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pender County
1
Wilmington 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

Pender County
4
Wilmington Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 3 0 47
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 4 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NC State Senate District 9, NC State House District 16, NC
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Schools

Penderlea Elementary
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Wallace Elementary
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Burgaw Elementary
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

James Sprunt Community College
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
Cape Fear Community College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Vidant Duplin Hospital
22 miles, N • 4.1 star
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
31 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
23 miles, E • 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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