Spring Hope, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
1,334 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,577 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$485 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (52%) 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 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 58
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Spring Hope Elementary
<1 miles, N · 1star
Southern Nash Middle
5 miles, S · 1.4star
Southern Nash High
6 miles, S · 2.3star

Colleges

Nash Community College
12 miles, E · 1.4star
Louisburg College
15 miles, N · 1.4star
Mitchells Academy
18 miles, S · 1star
Barton College
18 miles, S · 1.9star

Hospitals

Nash General Hospital
15 miles, E · 1.4star
Wilson Medical Center
18 miles, S · 2.3star
Wakemed, Raleigh Campus
29 miles, W · 3.2star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
46 miles, SE · 1star
Albert J Ellis Airport
82 miles, S · 1star