Hatteras 67 Good
Hatteras Livability #200 ranked city in North Carolina#9,907 ranked city in the USARanks better than 66% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Hatteras

PROS
  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Health & Safety

    Achieving a high health and safety score relies on factors including great air quality and convenient access to vital health facilities such as hospitals, doctors, clinics and police stations.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

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      Hatteras transportation information

      Statistic Hatteras North Carolina National
      Average one way commute0min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work69.8%81.1%76.4%
      Workers who carpool3.9%9.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle3.1%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk2.3%1.8%2.8%
      Working from home20.9%4.8%4.6%
      Source: The Hatteras, NC data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).