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Beaufort, North Carolina

Beaufort, North Carolina, in Carteret county, is 43 miles E of Jacksonville, North Carolina (center to center) and 133 miles SE of Raleigh, North Carolina. The town contains a population of approximately 3,771.

The People and Families of Beaufort

In Beaufort, about 47% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Beaufort, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the town.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Beaufort had a median family income of $39,429. Interestingly, lots of people in Beaufort have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Beaufort favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $3,910. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the town.

Beaufort Housing

Beaufort has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 57% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Beaufort, 90% of commuters drive to work. In Beaufort, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The town can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Beaufort strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in North Carolina):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophyBeaufort Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Beaufort Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 11%Beaufort Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Beaufort Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Beaufort College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Beaufort, NC

Comparing Beaufort to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Carolina (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity107
Age of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Women98
Female Share of the Population87
Senior Citizens88
Well-Paid Single Men77
Male Share of the Population34
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married13
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults98
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better45
People Above Poverty35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home78
Walking and Biking to Work54

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Property Taxes65
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Affordability of Rents45

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime37
Low Violent Crime24

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