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Dunn, North Carolina

Introduction to Dunn, North Carolina

Dunn, North Carolina, in Harnett county, is 23 miles NE of Fayetteville, North Carolina (center to center) and 32 miles S of Raleigh, North Carolina. The city is home to some 9,196 residents.

Dunn History

In the 1870s, present day Dunn was comprised primarily of woodlands with a few small cotton fields and farms. Gradually, logging camps and barrooms developed in the area. "Wade", "Lucknow", and "Hell's Half Acre" are some of the early names of the community. The name "Dunn" honors Mr. Bennett R. Dunn, who supervised the construction of a railroad between Wilson and Fayetteville. The city of Dunn was incorporated on February 12, 1887 when it was a logging town and a turpentine distilling center. More recently, the city has become dependent on agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and distribution. Dunn is the hometown of the father of the American Airborne, General William C. Lee, and rock and roll guitar star, Link Wray.

Dunn and Nearby Attractions

  • Averasboro Battlefield Museum
  • Bentonville Battleground State Historic Site
  • Raven Rock State Park
  • J.C. Raulston Arboretum
  • Fascinate-U Children's Museum

Things To Do In Dunn

Dunn is home to the General William C. Lee Airborne Museum, and the Averasboro Battlefield Museum. The General William C. Lee Airborne Museum showcases historical exhibits on the American Airborne and special operations units. Fayetteville Museum of Art, and Fascinate-U Children's Museum are other museums nearby. Bentonville Battleground State Historic Site, where a Civil War battle was fought in 1865, is also in the area. It was at this battle that the Union forces won a decisive victory over the Confederates. Raven Rock State Park offers facilities for camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking, and picnicking. Opportunities to play golf are available at the Chicora Golf Course. J.C. Raulston Arboretum is another popular destination in the area.

Dunn Transportation

Air transportation is available from Raleigh – Durham International Airport.

Dunn Higher Education

Heritage Bible College is located in Dunn. Other nearby colleges include Fayetteville State University, Wake Technical Community College, and Meredith College.

High Points

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

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Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Dunn Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Dunn, NC

Comparing Dunn 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
Female Share of the Population109
Racial Diversity97
Senior Citizens97
Age of the Population87
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Well-Paid Single Women46
Well-Paid Single Men24
Male Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size35
Portion of People Married23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults46
Median Family Income35
People in Middle Class or Better34
People Above Poverty12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times54
Working at Home45
Walking and Biking to Work35
Public Transportation Use36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals810
Affordability of Rents87
People Living Alone87
Affordability of Property Taxes84
Housing Recently Built64
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime13
Low Violent Crime11

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