Badin, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,163 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,068 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stanly County
2
Albemarle Urban 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

Stanly County
3
Albemarle Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Badin Elementary
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Albemarle Middle
5 miles, SW · 1.4star
East Albemarle Elementary
5 miles, SW · 1.9star
Albemarle High
5 miles, W · 2.3star

Colleges

Stanly Community College
8 miles, W · 1.4star
Pfeiffer University
11 miles, NW · 1.9star
Montgomery Community College
14 miles, SE · 1.4star
Randolph Community College
24 miles, NE · 1.4star

Hospitals

Stanly Regional Medical Center
5 miles, W · 2.3star
Randolph Hospital
27 miles, NE · 2.3star
Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
27 miles, NW · 2.3star

Airports