Prospect, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
850 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$518 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Robeson County
4
Lumberton Urban Area
4
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Robeson County
5
Lumberton Urban Area
5
North Carolina
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) 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 2 0 42
Feb 2 0 45
Mar 3 0 52
Apr 2 0 60
May 2 0 68
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 2 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Log in to see location map

Schools

Prospect Elementary
<1 miles, W · 1.9star
Purnell Swett High
3 miles, SW · 1.9star
CIS Academy
4 miles, S · 1.9star
Mount Zion Christian Academy
4 miles, SE · 5star
Browse all schools near Prospect, NC

Colleges

Robeson Community College
13 miles, SE · 1star
St Andrews University
14 miles, NW · 1.9star
Browse all colleges near Prospect, NC

Hospitals

Scotland Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NW · 3.2star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
22 miles, NE · 4.1star
McLeod Medical Center-Dillon
23 miles, SW · 4.1star
Browse all hospitals near Prospect, NC

Airports

Florence Regional Airport
48 miles, SW · 1star
Wilmington International Airport
82 miles, SE · 1.4star
Browse all airports near Prospect, NC