Plain View, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,647 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,058 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$666 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sampson 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

Sampson County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) 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 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Plain View Elementary
1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Harnett Early College (HCEC)
5 miles, N · 3.7star
Faith Education Academy
5 miles, NW · 1star

Colleges

Campbell University
15 miles, N · 2.3star
Methodist University
19 miles, W · 1.9star

Hospitals

Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital
6 miles, N · 4.1star
Sampson Regional Medical Center
21 miles, S · 3.2star
Johnston Health
23 miles, NE · 4.1star

Airports

Albert J Ellis Airport
61 miles, SE · 1star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
71 miles, E · 1star