Wingate, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
4,169 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
41.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$513 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$865 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
2
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NC State Senate District 29, NC State House District 55, NC
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Schools

Wingate Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Forest Hills High
2 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Tabernacle Christian School
3 miles, NW • 5 star
Rock Rest Elementary
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Wingate University
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
South Piedmont Community College
13 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Atrium Health Union
4 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
69 miles, S • 1 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
82 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Piedmont Triad International Airport
82 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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