Bailey, 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 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
504 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,929 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$578 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (65%) 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 2 41
Feb 3 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 1 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Bailey Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 2.3star
Southern Nash High
5 miles, NE · 2.3star
Middlesex Elementary
6 miles, NW · 1.4star
Rock Ridge Elementary
6 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

Mitchells Academy
10 miles, SE · 1star
Barton College
12 miles, SE · 1.9star
Wilson Community College
13 miles, SE · 1.4star
Nash Community College
18 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Wilson Medical Center
10 miles, SE · 2.3star
Nash General Hospital
20 miles, E · 1.4star
Johnston Health
22 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
42 miles, SE · 1star
Albert J Ellis Airport
72 miles, S · 1star
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