Cerro Gordo, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
335 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,572 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
47.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
49 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$731 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$436 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbus County
2
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbus County
4
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) 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 43
Feb 3 0 46
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 79
Sep 5 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Cerro Gordo Elementary
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
West Columbus High
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Chadbourn Middle
5 miles, SE · 1.4star
Evergreen Elementary
6 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Colleges

Southeastern Community College
8 miles, E · 1.4star
Robeson Community College
25 miles, N · 1star
Bladen Community College
25 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

McLeod Loris Hospital
18 miles, S · 5star
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Airports

Florence Regional Airport
46 miles, W · 1star
Wilmington International Airport
59 miles, SE · 1.4star
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