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Fair Bluff, NC

North Carolina · Dillon County

Fair Bluff is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 513. Residents earn $29,063 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
513 Population 217/sq mi density
$29,063 Median Income $18,520 per capita
$48,900 Home Value $146,789 Zillow
$807 Median Rent 37.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
113 Violent Crime/100K 1,587 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,063 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,900 home value, $807/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
113 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $29,063
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,900
83% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 113/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.3%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,063
Per Capita$18,520
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty28.3%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,900
Rent$807
Ownership74.9%
Zillow$146,789
Housing Units414
Rent Burden37.7%

Crime

F
Violent113/100K
Property1,587/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary227/100K

Health

Obesity44.7%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking18.6%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation64 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+82.8%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute23 min
Broadband71.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Fair Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fair Bluff receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Fair Bluff has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fair Bluff is $29,063, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fair Bluff is $48,900, 83% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fair Bluff is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fair Bluff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fair Bluff has a population of 513 with a density of 217 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.5% female and 42.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (61%), with 22.8% White, 4.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 10.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

513
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fair Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fair Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fair Bluff is $29,063, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,520 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $807, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fair Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,063
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,520
Avg Weekly Wage$807
IRS Avg AGI$43,950
Gini Index0.481 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.3%
128% above US avg
Establishments (County)531
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare58
Retail110
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fair Bluff is $48,900, 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,789, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $807 (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. 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 414 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,380 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 37.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,900
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,789

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$807
31% below US avg
Rent Burden37.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units414
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate4.87%
In Fair Bluff, 44.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 43.4% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.2% report binge drinking. 30.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,553. The dentist ratio is 1:3,467. 47.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fair Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.7%
39% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.1%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,553
Dentists1:3,467
Mental Health1:602
Checkup Rate80.3%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death19,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Fair Bluff has a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 113.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,587 per 100,000, 19% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,361, burglary at 227, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fair Bluff receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent113.4/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape113.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,587.3/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary226.8/100K
Theft1,360.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Fair Bluff enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 64 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation64 ft (20 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates34.3126°N, 79.0331°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyDillon County County
Nearest AirportLumberton Regional (LBT)
21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.91"
Driest Month (Nov) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score84.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability87.6 / 100
Community Resilience25.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
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
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

Apr 13, 1998 9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina M3.9 145 km
Jan 29, 1994 12 km NNE of Alcolu, South Carolina M2.9 115 km
Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 93 km
Jul 29, 2012 7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina M2.5 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 114 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 67 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 146 km
2018 Florence Category 2 68 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 90 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 146 km
2011 Irene Category 1 216 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 148 km
2004 Alex Category 2 210 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 155 km
2004 Charley Category 1 65 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 248 km
1999 Irene Category 2 181 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 111 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 214 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 123 km
1996 Fran Category 3 83 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 113 km
1989 Hugo Category 4 148 km
1986 Charley Category 1 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

389 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 1,363 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 7, 1995 EF4 35 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 87 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 76 km 7
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 63 km 4
Apr 8, 1957 EF4 44 km 0
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 66 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 79 km 2
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 73 km 8
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 59 km 12
May 20, 1980 EF3 48 km 0
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 86 km 2
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 86 km 0
Nov 24, 1967 EF3 46 km 0
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 63 km 0
Aug 29, 1964 EF3 65 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 43 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 91 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 92 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 71 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 34 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HIGHWAY 31 (17,004 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 HIGHWAY 31 17,004 59 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,968 84 km
1997 UNNAMED 3,111 80 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,743 86 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 73 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 59 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 92 km
2007 LONGBRANCH-ROBESON COMPLEX 1,944 26 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,870 82 km
2021 SLATES CHURCH FIRE 1,824 84 km
2016 COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE 1,704 89 km
2010 UNNAMED 1,683 83 km
2002 LEGENDS 1,666 64 km
2016 CLEMMONS ROAD 1,468 87 km
1990 UNNAMED 1,335 67 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,319 87 km
2010 CHUCKS FIRST BIG ONE 1,252 85 km
2018 STRAUSBURG ROAD 1,219 85 km
2009 JOE BAY 1,124 84 km
2017 GARDNER FARM LANE 1,112 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
April 62°F (16°C) 2.9 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 76°F (25°C) 4.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
December 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in

Fair Bluff has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and November the driest (2.8").

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Fair Bluff is located in Dillon County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55% of the vote, a 10.8-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 58 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+82.8%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi
CountyDillon County County

Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Avg Download Speed127.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants60
Retail Stores110

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Fair Bluff. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
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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$481
Toddler$481
Preschool$524
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$575
Toddler$575
Preschool$589
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Dillon County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,821 26 $50,785 2.33
Transportation & Warehousing 1,728 20 $46,283 4.29
Retail Trade 1,351 116 $30,918 1.42
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,208 68 $43,569 0.89
Administrative & Waste Services 179 20 $31,959 0.32
Finance & Insurance 111 28 $43,391 0.29
Construction 102 22 $39,812 0.20
Agriculture & Forestry 95 18 $40,725 1.24
Other Services 91 32 $52,283 0.32
Real Estate 46 19 $38,175 0.31
Information & Technology 27 6 $63,704 0.15

Radio Stations near Fair Bluff

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVCO - 94.9 The Surf beach, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
IAAH Radio - It's All About House deep house, house MP3 320 kbps

National Parks Near Fair Bluff

17 national parks and monuments found near Fair Bluff.

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
Huntington Beach State Park State Park Free
Lake Waccamaw State Park State Park Free
Little Pee Dee State Park State Park Free
Long Bluff State Park State Park Free
Lumber River State Park State Park Free
Lumber State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Myrtle Beach 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
Woods Bay State Park State Park Free

Museums in Fair Bluff

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLADENBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9108634707
BORDERBELT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9107400277
CHADBOURN DEPOT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9106546269
GREATER FAIR BLUFF HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNITED HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Farmers Markets in Fair Bluff

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marion County Farmers MarketHighway 76

Gas Stations in Fair Bluff

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunoco

Pharmacies in Fair Bluff

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ELVINGTON PHARMACY 1126 MAIN STREET 910-649-7721
FAIR BLUFF DISCOUNT DRUG 1089 MAIN STREET 910-649-7555

Cell Towers in Fair Bluff

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Lake View Site Rodgers RoadTOWER93

Power Plants Near Fair Bluff

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
GRAHAM SOLAR CENTER LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.0OP

Bridges in Fair Bluff

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabPrestressed concrete19941431,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20041931,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19582011,700F
SlabConcrete continuous19942401,600F
SlabPrestressed concrete19931431,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete1992921,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete19922121,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete2013561,400G
CulvertConcrete1930331,050F
Tee BeamConcrete19271501,000P
SlabPrestressed concrete2018163340G
CulvertConcrete201828250G
SlabPrestressed concrete198082200F
SlabPrestressed concrete2012110170G

Airports Near Fair Bluff

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Myrtle Beach International AirportMYRLarge Airport
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis FieldFAYMedium Airport
Florence Regional AirportFLOMedium Airport
Grand Strand AirportCREMedium Airport
Lumberton Regional AirportLBTMedium Airport
Adams AirportSmall Airport
Allens AirportSmall Airport
Bear Pen AirportSmall Airport
Bladenboro AirportSmall Airport
Brocks AirportSmall Airport
Buie FieldSmall Airport
Carolina Bay AirportSmall Airport
Champion UAS Launch and Recovery SiteSmall Airport
Cherry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Chicken Coop AirportSmall Airport
Clio Crop Care AirportSmall Airport
Cockfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Columbus County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Conway Horry County AirportSmall Airport
Cox FieldSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Dillon County AirportDLLSmall Airport
Dublin FieldSmall Airport
E T FieldSmall Airport
Elkins FieldSmall Airport
Grays Creek AirportSmall Airport
Green Sea AirportSmall Airport
Hall FieldSmall Airport
Hemingway Stuckey AirportSmall Airport
Lake City Municipal Airport - CJ Evans FieldSmall Airport
Laurinburg Maxton AirportMXESmall Airport
Luzon Drop Zone AirfieldSmall Airport
Mackall Army Air FieldHFFSmall Airport
Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Marlboro County Jetport - H E Avent Field AirportBTNSmall Airport
Mitchell FieldSmall Airport
Mynatt FieldSmall Airport
Myrtle Beach Hardee AirparkSmall Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
P K AirparkSmall Airport
Price AirportSmall Airport
Raeford West AirportSmall Airport
Richmond County AirportSmall Airport
Rocking A Farm AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Mere-Eglise Drop Zone AirstripSmall Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Southern Comforts AerodromeSmall Airport
Strickland FieldSmall Airport
Tailwinds AirportSmall Airport
Triple F AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Fair Bluff

10 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bladenboro Police Department
Chadbourn Police Department
Fair Bluff Police Department
Fairmont Police Department
Lake View Police Department
Mullins Police Chief
Mullins Police Department
Nichols Police Department514 Mullins Street
Robeson County Sheriff's Office
Tabor City Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fair Bluff

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 20600Other734 Main St
Fair Bluff Shop N SaveConvenience Store945 Main St
River Town MarketOther899 Main St

Post Offices in Fair Bluff

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fair Bluff Post Office

Treatment Centers in Fair Bluff

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
RHA Health ServicesSubstance Abuse910-613-0900
Riverbend Residential Services IncBoth910-733-6583

DOL Wage Violations in Fair Bluff

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $35,422 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

2
Violations
$35,422
Back Wages Owed
6
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
Fair Bluff Assisted Living 28439 1 $34,020 $8,505 4
Fair Bluff Discount Drugs 28439 1 $1,402 $701 2

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fair Bluff

What is the population of Fair Bluff?

Fair Bluff has a population of 513 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 217 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.5% female and 42.5% male.

Is Fair Bluff expensive to live in?

Fair Bluff 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 $29,063, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $48,900 (83% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fair Bluff safe?

Fair Bluff is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,587 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Fair Bluff receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fair Bluff?

Fair Bluff enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Fair Bluff?

The job market in Fair Bluff is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $807. There are 531 business establishments in the area, including 60 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fair Bluff?

The median home value in Fair Bluff is $48,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,789. For renters, the median monthly rent is $807. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,380.

How are the schools in Fair Bluff?

Schools in Fair Bluff score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.0% of adults in Fair Bluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fair Bluff?

The obesity rate in Fair Bluff is 44.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 30.9% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 12.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,553.

What is transportation like in Fair Bluff?

The average commute in Fair Bluff is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fair Bluff?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fair Bluff is 22.8% White, 61% Black or African American, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 10.1% of the population are military veterans. 25.4% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

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