Swansboro, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,887
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$112,382
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$356,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$780
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$961
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Onslow County
1
Jacksonville 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
Onslow County
1
Jacksonville Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (70%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 0 | 44 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 7 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 7 | 0 | 74 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 48 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Swansboro Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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Swansboro High
1 miles, NW
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Queens Creek Elementary
1 miles, NW
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Swansboro Middle
1 miles, NW
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Colleges
Coastal Carolina Community College
15 miles, NW
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Platt College-Miller-Motte-Jacksonville
16 miles, NW
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Carteret Community College
22 miles, E
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Craven Community College
29 miles, NE
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Hospitals
NMC Camp Lejeune
13 miles, NW
Brynn Marr Hosp
14 miles, NW
Onslow Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NW
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Carteret General Hospital
22 miles, E
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Airports
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
27 miles, NE
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Albert J Ellis Airport
29 miles, NW
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Wilmington International Airport
53 miles, W
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Pitt-Greenville Airport
67 miles, N
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