Wilson, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
47,740
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$47,294
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$192,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$577
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$616
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wilson County
1
Wilson Urban 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
Wilson County
2
Wilson Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 40 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 43 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 43 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.
Liberal (55%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 39%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 4, NC State House District 24, NCSchools
Vinson-Bynum Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Margaret Hearne Elementary
1 miles, E
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1.9
Wells Elementary
1 miles, NE
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2.8
Great Accomplishments Academy
1 miles, W
Colleges
Barton College
1 miles, E
•
1.9
Mitchells Academy
2 miles, W
•
1
Wilson Community College
2 miles, SE
•
1.4
Nash Community College
17 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Wilson Medical Center
1 miles, SW
•
2.3
Nash General Hospital
17 miles, NE
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1.4
Wayne Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SW
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2.3
Cherry Hospital
24 miles, SW
Airports
Pitt-Greenville Airport
31 miles, SE
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1
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
49 miles, NW
•
3.7
Albert J Ellis Airport
65 miles, S
•
1
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
68 miles, SE
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1