Beaufort 61 Average
Beaufort Livability #477 ranked city in North Carolina#17,440 ranked city in the USARanks better than 40% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Beaufort

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Health & Safety

    A high score in the health and safety category is a result of good air quality and the accessibility to health facilities such as hospitals, clinics, doctors, pharmacies and fire stations.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Crime

    This area is reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people and could signify that it is a dangerous place to live. Crime rates include both violent and property crimes.

  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

  • Ratings

    AreaVibes conducted surveys and polls with locals who live in the area. The results were not favorable for walkability of amenities, parks, public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

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What's it like Living in Beaufort?

Beaufort, North Carolina is a small-sized city with a population of 4,382 inhabitants. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (82% White). Given that fact, Beaufort could be considered less diverse than other cities. With an average age of 51 years, Beaufort residents appear to be older compared to the national average. For seniors and retirees, this city presents itself as a compelling choice. If you're not a fan of traffic congestion and long commute times to work, Beaufort is the place to be. Commutes to work here are shorter, with an average one-way commute time taking only 21 minutes, significantly lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Beaufort could be a positive experience compared to other cities in North Carolina if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Beaufort, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like crime, cost of living, health & safety, employment and more.

Using data and statistics Beaufort has received a livability score of 62/100. This score is ranked in the 50th percentile when compared to all other cities. Based on the scores for each individual category, Beaufort has been rewarded with high marks for crime (B) and cost of living (A). Beaufort does not rank well for the following: amenities (F), employment (F) and housing (F). It might be wise to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

Beaufort real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Beaufort. Median real estate prices in Beaufort come in at $227,400, which is 44.7% higher than the North Carolina average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Beaufort, the home price to income ratio is 6.2, which is 87.9% higher than the North Carolina average.

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      Beaufort transportation information

      Statistic Beaufort North Carolina National
      Average one way commute21min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work81.5%81.1%76.4%
      Workers who carpool4.8%9.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.9%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle5.1%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.9%1.8%2.8%
      Working from home5.0%4.8%4.6%
      Source: The Beaufort, NC data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).