Whiteville, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,721 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,004 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$552 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$521 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbus 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

Columbus County
4
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 43
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

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 (47%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NC State Senate District 8, NC State House District 46, NC
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Schools

Edgewood Elementary
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Whiteville High
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Central Middle
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
North Whiteville Academy
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Southeastern Community College
5 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Bladen Community College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
Robeson Community College
30 miles, N • 1 star
Brunswick Community College
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Columbus Regional Healthcare System
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
McLeod Loris Hospital
22 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Wilmington International Airport
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Myrtle Beach International Airport
47 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Florence Regional Airport
59 miles, W • 1 star
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