Barbecue, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
5,933 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,380 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$358 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,243 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harnett County
2
Anderson Creek 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

Harnett County
3
Anderson Creek Urban Area
3
North Carolina
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) 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 2 0 45
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 2 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 2 0 61
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 2 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Highland Elementary
1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Highland Middle
1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Western Harnett Middle
3 miles, E · 1.9star
Western Harnett High
3 miles, E · 2.3star

Colleges

Methodist University
16 miles, S · 1.9star
Campbell University
18 miles, E · 2.3star

Hospitals

Central Carolina Hospital
13 miles, N · 2.3star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
21 miles, SW · 4.1star

Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
88 miles, SE · 1star