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Cameron, NC

North Carolina · Lee County

Cameron is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 357. Residents earn $74,688 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
357 Population 295/sq mi density
$74,688 Median Income $27,564 per capita
$135,400 Home Value $320,614 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$74,688 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,400 home value, $806/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,688
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

How Cameron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population357
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,688
Per Capita$27,564
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$4,261M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,400
Rent$806
Ownership84.1%
Zillow$320,614
Housing Units182
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property3,924/100K

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking14.3%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.44

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Cameron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Cameron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cameron is $74,688, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cameron is $135,400, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cameron is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,924 per 100,000, 100% above the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cameron has a population of 357 with a density of 295 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.1% female and 42.9% male. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 42.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 81.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

357
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cameron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cameron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cameron is $74,688, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,564 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,117, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,866 business establishments, including 137 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cameron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,688
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,564
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$69,731
Gini Index0.431 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,866
County GDP$4,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare153
Retail247
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cameron is $135,400, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,614, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 182 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $4,196 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 18.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,901
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.1%
Owner-Occupied84.1%
Renter-Occupied15.9%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Cameron, 35.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 33.3% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 15.7% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 27.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,944. The dentist ratio is 1:1,871. 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cameron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,944
Dentists1:1,871
Mental Health1:459
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death12,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities153
Cameron has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,924 per 100,000, 100% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cameron receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cameron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,924.2/100K
100% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Traffic Accidents130
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cameron enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates35.3259°N, 79.2542°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLee County County
Nearest AirportFayetteville Regional/Grannis Field (FAY)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability73.3 / 100
Community Resilience31.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 26, 2019.

Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 141 km
Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 76 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 94 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 88 km
Jul 29, 2012 7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina M2.5 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 225 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 173 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 248 km
2018 Florence Category 2 167 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 204 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 232 km
2011 Irene Category 1 252 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 226 km
2004 Alex Category 2 289 km
2004 Charley Category 1 177 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 261 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 207 km
1999 Irene Category 2 274 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 177 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 175 km
1996 Fran Category 3 52 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 155 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 182 km
1986 Charley Category 1 260 km
1984 Diana Category 4 171 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

323 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 1,517 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 76 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 84 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 88 km 7
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 96 km 3
Apr 8, 1957 EF4 72 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 6 km 6
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 36 km 2
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 55 km 0
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 84 km 2
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 65 km 12
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 41 km 2
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 80 km 0
Oct 7, 1965 EF3 63 km 1
Aug 29, 1964 EF3 61 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 82 km 0
May 13, 2019 EF2 92 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 66 km 0
Apr 15, 2018 EF2 92 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 98 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,968 ac, 1991).

Year Name Acres Distance
1991 UNNAMED 3,968 75 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,743 74 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 89 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,989 78 km
2007 LONGBRANCH-ROBESON COMPLEX 1,944 89 km
2021 SLATES CHURCH FIRE 1,824 44 km
2016 COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE 1,704 42 km
2006 OVERHILLS 1,436 26 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,319 93 km
2010 CHUCKS FIRST BIG ONE 1,252 46 km
2020 UWH NARROWS DAM RX 1,222 75 km
2018 STRAUSBURG ROAD 1,219 43 km
2017 GARDNER FARM LANE 1,112 45 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,090 31 km
2011 VALENTINE 1,083 67 km
2024 HORSESHOE LAKE 990 77 km
2002 UNNAMED 889 77 km
2022 CEDAR CREEK 872 71 km
2009 UNNAMED 871 57 km
2019 UNNAMED 748 36 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
March 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
April 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 4.8 in
September 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in

Cameron has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and April the driest (3.0").

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Cameron is located in Lee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 17.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.3% of the vote, a 17.5-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 153 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
Traffic Accidents130
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.44
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyLee County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed161.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed35.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities153
Restaurants137
Retail Stores247

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%
Average costs for common services in Cameron. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$629
Toddler$513
Preschool$461
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$591
Toddler$509
Preschool$480
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,498 81 $77,252 3.74
Retail Trade 3,246 267 $37,615 1.17
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,594 198 $50,867 0.65
Accommodation & Food Services 2,364 143 $20,911 0.94
Administrative & Waste Services 1,588 132 $53,247 0.97
Construction 1,388 211 $58,715 0.96
Wholesale Trade 1,274 90 $67,528 1.17
Professional & Technical Services 857 193 $79,448 0.45
Other Services 509 145 $39,144 0.61
Transportation & Warehousing 484 49 $55,632 0.41
Finance & Insurance 404 96 $95,136 0.36
Educational Services 353 22 $42,616 0.62
Arts & Entertainment 229 20 $23,331 0.49
Real Estate 211 84 $53,850 0.49
Information & Technology 154 39 $71,627 0.30
Utilities 117 6 $92,756 1.11
Management of Companies 38 4 $50,401 0.08
Unclassified 4 8 $86,329 0.10

Schools in Cameron

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Union Pines High High 1,438 73 19.7:1
New Century Middle Middle 625 37 16.9:1
Johnsonville Elementary Elementary 475 34 14.0:1
Cameron Elementary Elementary 226 16 14.1:1
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Radio Stations near Cameron

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WCMC-FM 99.9 The Fan ESPN carolina hurricanes, sports AAC+ 64 kbps
TALK 97.3FM - 990AM WEEB conservative, conservative talk MP3 56 kbps

National Parks Near Cameron

26 national parks and monuments found near Cameron.

ParkTypeFee
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Carver's Creek State Park State Park Free
Cheraw State Park State Park Free
Deep River State Trail State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Eno River State Park State Park Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park National Military Park Free
Haw River State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Little Pee Dee State Park State Park Free
Long Bluff State Park State Park Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area State Park Free
Lumber River State Park State Park Free
Lumber State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail State Park Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area State Park Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Cameron

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TUFTS ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM150 CHEROKEE RD9102956022$403,734
MOORE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 W MORGANTON RD9106922051$53,761
RAILROAD HOUSE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM110 CHARLOTTE AVENUE9197767479$20,553
MALCOLM BLUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1177 BETHESDA ROAD9109447558$12,242
ALL AMERICAN STRATEGIC RESPONSE FORCEHISTORY MUSEUM$10,941
CARTHAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9109472216
JAMES ROGERS MCCONNELL AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
KELLY'S CLASSIC AUTOGENERAL MUSEUM9102810104
LEE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLE GILLIAM MILL PARKHISTORY MUSEUM9197763196
SANDHILLS HORTICULTURAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9106926185
SANDSPUR PROJECTHISTORY MUSEUM4076462696
WEYMOUTH WOODS NATURE PRESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9106922167

Libraries in Cameron

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEE COUNTY LIBRARY107 HAWKINS AVE0.0135,924
SOUTHERN PINES PUBLIC LIBRARY170 W CONNECTICUT AVE0.084,993

Farmers Markets in Cameron

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Moore County Farmers Market170 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst; Morganton Road, Southern Pines
Sandhills Farmers Green Market1 Village Green Rd West05/04/2013 to 09/28/2013Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Sandhills Farmers Green MarketRattlesnake Trail/Woods Rd04/10/2013 to 09/25/2013Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit

Gas Stations in Cameron

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clark
Clark
Refuel Gas Station

Golf Courses in Cameron

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quail Ridge Golf Club
Tobacco Road Golf Club

Breweries in Cameron

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Railhouse BreweryBusiness Consultants, Brewers105 E South St9107835280Visit
The Sly Fox PubEastern European Restaurant, Bars, Restaurant, Caterers, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, and E795 S W Broad St19107251621, 9107251627, (910) 725-1621, 910725162Visit

Cell Towers in Cameron

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Jonesboro Cell Site - 607 MAIN STTOWER66

Fire Stations in Cameron

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cameron Rural Fire Department, Inc.170 Red Hill RDVolunteer910-245-4322
Spout Springs Emergency Services4400 Buffalo Lake RDMostly volunteer919-499-9786

Bridges in Cameron

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2015558,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20042008,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20084047,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20084077,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete1976913,500F
SlabPrestressed concrete20151213,200G
CulvertConcrete continuous1953312,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1951120950F
Tee BeamConcrete192350900F
CulvertSteel197933850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2008204850G
SlabPrestressed concrete201357400G
CulvertSteel199633200P
CulvertSteel201721200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2008201140G
CulvertSteel199543130F

Amtrak Stations in Cameron

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Pinehurst, NC100 Beulah Hill Road SouthTRAIN
Southern Pines, NC235 Northwest Broad StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Cameron

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FAYETTEVILLE GENERATION, LLC130 N. STEELE STREET, SUITE ALEE
US ARMY FORT BRAGG1933 BUTNER ROAD BUILDING 3CUMBERLAND

Airports Near Cameron

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis FieldFAYMedium Airport
Lumberton Regional AirportLBTMedium Airport
Pope FieldPOBMedium Airport
Simmons Army Air FieldFBGMedium Airport
Adams AirportSmall Airport
Allens AirportSmall Airport
Asheboro Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bagwell AirportSmall Airport
Barclaysville FieldSmall Airport
Barker FieldSmall Airport
Brocks AirportSmall Airport
Brooks FieldSmall Airport
Buie FieldSmall Airport
Burlington Alamance Regional AirportSmall Airport
C A G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Causey AirportSmall Airport
Champion UAS Launch and Recovery SiteSmall Airport
Charles FieldSmall Airport
Cheraw Municipal Airport/Lynch Bellinger FieldHCWSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Dakota Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Darr FieldSmall Airport
Dead Dog AirportSmall Airport
Dean FieldSmall Airport
Deck AirparkSmall Airport
Delk's AirportSmall Airport
Derby AerodromeSmall Airport
Derksen AirportSmall Airport
Dublin FieldSmall Airport
E T FieldSmall Airport
Eagles Landing AirportSmall Airport
Eastover Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fields AirportSmall Airport
Flint Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Flyers AirparkSmall Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier FieldSmall Airport
Gilliam-McConnell AirfieldSmall Airport
Grays Creek AirportSmall Airport
Greensboro Executive AirportSmall Airport
Hall FieldSmall Airport
Hardaway FieldSmall Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport AirportSmall Airport
Hinshaw (Greenacres) AirportSmall Airport
Holland Drop Zone AirstripSmall Airport
Jordan FieldSmall Airport
Kecks AirportSmall Airport
Kimrey AirportSmall Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cameron

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Aberdeen Police Department124 North Poplar Street
Lee County Sheriff’s Office
Southern Pines Police Department450 West Pennsylvania Avenue
Whispering Pines Police Station14 Hardee Lane

Grocery Stores in Cameron

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Ayers Family Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets4402 County Line Rd
Dollar General 24736Other1056 Greenwood Rd
Dollar Tree 6040Other2638 NC 24-87
Mercy StoreConvenience Store1487 Us Hwy 15-501
Refuel 1183Convenience Store1269 Greenwood Rd
S & M ConvennientConvenience Store4971 Edwards Rd
Walmart Supercenter 6958Super Store2800 NC Hwy 24-87
White Hill Farms Produce Inc.Farmers and Markets5020 S Plank Rd

Post Offices in Cameron

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office450 Carthage Street
United States Postal Service7246 Lemon Springs Road

Treatment Centers in Cameron

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pinehurst Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - ATS of North Carolina LLCSubstance Abuse910-235-9090
PORT Human Services - AberdeenSubstance Abuse910-944-2189
Robeson Healthcare Corporation - Crystal LakeSubstance Abuse910-245-4339

DOL Wage Violations in Cameron

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $95,092 in back wages owed to 44 employees.

6
Violations
$95,092
Back Wages Owed
44
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sakura Japanese Steak House 28326 1 $51,720 $3,448 15
M & B AUTO, INC. [OSHA] 28326 General Automotive Repair 1 $15,198 $1,382 11
KOTO Hibachi & Sushi 28326 1 $13,224 $2,645 5
Purvis, Jim 28326 1 $8,273 $1,034 8
Sakura Steak House 28326 1 $5,177 $1,294 4
Stockade Storage 28326 1 $1,499 $1,499 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cameron

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COMMITTED WORKS MINISTRY INC40 BRIARFOREST PL
COMPASSION OF LOVE OUTREACH390 BRITTON LOOP
CROSSFIRE CHURCH7535 OLD JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY
IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL YO SOY EL CAMINO1088 PONDEROSA TRL
IMPACT CHURCH16 LINDEN RD
JOHNSONVILLE A M E ZION CHURCH18719 NC HIGHWAY 27 W
MOUNT NEBO FWB CHURCHPO BOX 103
PURE LIFE CHRISTIAN OUTREACH MINISTRY871 MCKOY TOWN RD
RENEWED FAITH BAPTIST CHURCHRT 2 BOX 93C
SANDHILLS BLAST AND CAST MINISTRIES325 BYRD RD
TRINITY SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY1370 NC 24-87 STE233
WAT MUNGMESRISUK1919 NC HIGHWAY 24
WESTERN FREEWILL HOLINESS OUTREACH MINISTRY2366 MARKS RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cameron

What is the population of Cameron?

Cameron has a population of 357 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 295 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.1% female and 42.9% male.

Is Cameron expensive to live in?

Cameron is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $74,688, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,400 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cameron safe?

Cameron is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,924 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cameron receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cameron?

Cameron enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cameron?

The job market in Cameron is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,117. There are 1,866 business establishments in the area, including 137 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cameron?

The median home value in Cameron is $135,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,614. For renters, the median monthly rent is $806. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,196.

How are the schools in Cameron?

Schools in Cameron score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.7% of adults in Cameron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cameron?

The obesity rate in Cameron is 35.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 27.2% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,944.

What is transportation like in Cameron?

The average commute in Cameron is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cameron?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cameron is 53.2% White, 42.9% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 8.2% of residents have a disability. 81.7% have health insurance coverage.

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