Whitakers, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
411 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$527 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nash County
1
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

Nash County
1
Rocky Mount Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 43

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 33% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 11, NC State House District 25, NC
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Schools

Inborden Elementary STEAM Academy
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Enfield Middle STEAM Academy
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Rocky Mount Preparatory
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Phillips Middle
7 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

North Carolina Wesleyan College
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Nash Community College
14 miles, W • 1.4 star
Edgecombe Community College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
Halifax Community College
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nash General Hospital
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
Halifax Regional Medical Center Inc
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
37 miles, S • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
88 miles, S • 1 star
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