New Bern, NC

North Carolina · Craven County

New Bern is a mid-size city in North Carolina with a population of 31,563. Residents earn $56,893 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

31,563 Population 1,100/sq mi density

$56,893 Median Income $38,594 per capita

$211,500 Home Value $276,646 Zillow

$1,068 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent

63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

414 Violent Crime/100K 3,309 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$56,893 median income, 2.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$211,500 home value, $1,068/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

414 violent crimes/100K (9% above avg)

Education

3.4 / 5.0

29.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,893

24% lower than US avg

Home Value $211,500

25% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 414/100K

9% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 29.6%

12% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,068

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.5%

7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31,563

Median Age40.4 yrs

Density1,100/mi²

Male / Female46% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 55%

Veterans15.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,893

Per Capita$38,594

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty11.5%

County GDP$6,913M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$211,500

Rent$1,068

Ownership60.1%

Zillow$276,646

Housing Units16,265

Rent Burden30.6%

Crime

Violent414/100K

Property3,309/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault328/100K

Burglary646/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking14.6%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain53.0 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.6%

High School+91.6%

Graduate+14.1%

School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute18 min

Broadband83.0%

EV Stations18

Libraries4

Is New Bern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Bern receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Bern offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Bern is $56,893, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Bern is $211,500, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 414 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,309 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Bern enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Bern has a population of 31,563 with a density of 1,100 people per square mile, spread across 29.7 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.5% female and 45.5% male. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 28.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.5% of residents, while 10.5% speak Spanish. 15.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,563

Total Population

1,100

People / sq mi

40.4yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

29.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%

Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Bern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.5%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.5%

22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Bern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Bern is $56,893, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,594. The average weekly wage is $1,070, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,740 business establishments, including 225 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New Bern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,893
	24% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,594
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,070
IRS Avg AGI	$68,128
Gini Index	0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.5%
	7% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,740
County GDP	$6,913M

Business (County)

Restaurants	225
Healthcare	274
Retail	354
Manufacturing	59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,730
	7% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.2 min
Drive Alone	81.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Bern is $211,500, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,646, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% 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. 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 16,265 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $3,730. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$211,500
	25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$276,646
Median List Price	$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$325,000
$/Sq Ft	$178
Homes Sold	45
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.0%
Price Drops	14.4%
Inventory	223

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,068
	8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,529
Rent Burden	30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	60.1%
Owner-Occupied	60.1%
Renter-Occupied	39.9%
Housing Units	16,265
Median Year Built	1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,730
	7% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.76%

In New Bern, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 15.2% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,342. The dentist ratio is 1:1,627. 87.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: New Bern vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	24.4%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.4%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,342
Dentists	1:1,627
Mental Health	1:307
Checkup Rate	79.6%
Dental Visits	60.2%
Premature Death	12,560/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	87.8%
Healthcare Facilities	274

New Bern has a violent crime rate of 414 per 100,000 residents, 9% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 328.0 per 100,000, robbery at 69.6, rape at 16.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,309 per 100,000, 69% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,607, burglary at 646, vehicle theft at 56 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, New Bern receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	414.1/100K
	9% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	16.6/100K
Robbery	69.6/100K
Assault	328.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,309.4/100K
	69% above US avg
Burglary	646.0/100K
Theft	2,607.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	56.3/100K
Arson	16.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19
Traffic Accidents	167
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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New Bern enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°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 53.0 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	62.7°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Area	29.7 sq mi (76.9 km²)
Population Density	1,100/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0959°N, 77.0705°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Craven County County
Nearest Airport	Coastal Carolina Regional (EWN) 2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"

40% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.69"

Driest Month (Apr) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	93.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	64.3 / 100
Community Resilience	68.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 11, 2014.

Aug 6, 1994	4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina	M3.6	26 km
Feb 11, 2014	7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina	M2.9	46 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 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	280 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	187 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	89 km
2018	Florence	Category 3	97 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	98 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	62 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	52 km
2010	Earl	Category 2	270 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	89 km
2004	Alex	Category 2	117 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	208 km
2003	Isabel	Category 2	61 km
1999	Irene	Category 2	137 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	72 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	174 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	16 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	117 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	49 km
1994	Gordon	Category 1	200 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	180 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

447 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 651 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	70 km	16
Aug 3, 2020	EF3	90 km	2
Apr 25, 2014	EF3	46 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	76 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	49 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	76 km	0
Mar 4, 1977	EF3	61 km	0
May 15, 1972	EF3	68 km	0
Mar 17, 1965	EF3	17 km	2
Nov 8, 1957	EF3	91 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF3	97 km	0
Aug 7, 2024	EF2	68 km	0
Sep 5, 2019	EF2	49 km	0
Nov 24, 2018	EF2	48 km	0
Sep 8, 2014	EF2	81 km	0
Apr 25, 2014	EF2	45 km	0
Apr 7, 2014	EF2	65 km	0
Nov 26, 2013	EF2	52 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF2	53 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF2	17 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLAN ROAD (110,696 ac, 1985).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1985	ALLAN ROAD	110,696	99 km
1986	UNNAMED	77,768	88 km
2008	EVANS ROAD	41,560	93 km
2011	JUNIPER ROAD	31,511	85 km
1994	FISH DAY	21,772	21 km
1994	UNNAMED	7,944	87 km
1985	UNNAMED	5,807	40 km
2023	LAST RESORT	4,974	96 km
2005	WEST MARSH UNIT 3.3.1	4,867	67 km
2015	NCCDR FY15 RX WEST MARSH	4,751	67 km
1986	UNNAMED	4,031	64 km
2007	TRAINING FIRE	3,843	57 km
2007	3 4 1 RUMLEYS MARSH FY 07	3,556	71 km
2024	HIGHWAY 12	3,502	64 km
2006	BELL ISLAND CENTRAL UNIT 2 1 2	3,307	73 km
2022	NCCDR-FY22-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	3,113	68 km
2009	CAROLINA BAY	3,056	40 km
1995	UNNAMED	3,042	56 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,970	83 km
1992	GREAT LAKE	2,843	27 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	4.5 in	Coldest
February	46°F (8°C)	3.9 in
March	53°F (12°C)	4.1 in
April	61°F (16°C)	3.2 in	Driest
May	69°F (20°C)	4.5 in
June	76°F (24°C)	4.8 in
July	80°F (27°C)	6.7 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	78°F (26°C)	6.5 in
September	73°F (23°C)	5.0 in
October	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
November	55°F (13°C)	3.2 in
December	47°F (8°C)	3.7 in

New Bern has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and April the driest (3.2").

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New Bern is located in Craven County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 29.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.8% of the vote, a 20.5-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 18 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 274 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%

D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19
Traffic Accidents	167
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.6%
	12% below US avg
High School+	91.6%
Graduate Degree+	14.1%
School Test Score	5.70

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,100/sq mi
Total Area	29.7 sq mi
County	Craven County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.0%
Avg Download Speed	87.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	18
Alt Fuel Stations	19
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	274
Restaurants	225
Retail Stores	354

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.2 min
Drive Alone	81.6%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	6.0%

Average costs for common services in New Bern. 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)

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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	$867
Toddler	$721
Preschool	$636
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$766
Toddler	$711
Preschool	$694

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Craven County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	5,379	377	$34,866	1.32
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,613	291	$55,647	0.79
Accommodation & Food Services	4,222	261	$21,335	1.14
Manufacturing	3,682	74	$69,730	1.10
Professional & Technical Services	2,039	335	$80,553	0.72
Administrative & Waste Services	1,551	182	$40,409	0.64
Construction	1,419	248	$59,856	0.66
Other Services	799	228	$36,689	0.65
Transportation & Warehousing	737	78	$55,720	0.43
Wholesale Trade	729	100	$93,472	0.45
Finance & Insurance	582	135	$84,364	0.35
Arts & Entertainment	485	28	$21,725	0.71
Real Estate	417	146	$45,730	0.66
Educational Services	372	38	$51,282	0.44
Management of Companies	219	11	$68,984	0.32
Information & Technology	194	37	$55,742	0.25
Utilities	130	13	$105,808	0.84
Unclassified	2	4	$81,545	0.04

Colleges & Universities in New Bern

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Craven Community College	Public · Associate	3,583	—	$2,022	$6,630

Hospitals in New Bern

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CAROLINA EAST MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(252) 633-8640

Schools in New Bern

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
New Bern High	High	1,631	91	17.9:1
H J MacDonald Middle	Middle	712	36	19.8:1
West Craven Middle	Middle	673	33	20.4:1
Grover C Fields Middle	Middle	509	30	17.0:1
Creekside Elementary	Elementary	496	32	15.5:1
Brinson Memorial Elementary	Elementary	453	31	14.6:1
Albert H Bangert Elementary	Elementary	421	29	14.5:1
Trent Park Elementary	Elementary	389	26	15.0:1
Oaks Road Academy	Elementary	387	24	16.1:1
Bridgeton Elementary	Elementary	375	29	12.9:1
Ben D Quinn Elementary	Elementary	367	27	13.6:1
J T Barber Elementary	Elementary	284	22	12.9:1
Craven Early College High	High	226	8	28.3:1
Craven Virtual Academy	Other	111	10	11.1:1

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Radio Stations near New Bern

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WQSL - The River 92.3 & 101.1 FM	adult hits	AAC 96 kbps
WWNB	sports	MP3 170 kbps

Campgrounds Near New Bern

3 campgrounds found near New Bern.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CEDAR POINT CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	38	$27–$54
OYSTER POINT CAMPGROUND	4.3/5	15	$10–$20
FLANNERS BEACH CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	39	$20–$50

National Parks Near New Bern

11 national parks and monuments found near New Bern.

Park	Type	Fee
Cape Lookout National Seashore	National Seashore	Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Macon State Park	State Park	Free
Goose Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Hammocks Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Phelps State Lake	State Park	Free
Lea Island State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Pettigrew State Park	State Park	Free
Salmon Creek State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Theodore Roosevelt State Natural Area	State Park	Free

Trails Near New Bern

31 trails found near New Bern.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
SALTWATER ADVENTURE	47.3	WATER	—	—	—
SALTWATER ADVENTURE	23.8	WATER	—	—	—
SALTWATER ADVENTURE	23.2	WATER	—	—	—
SALTWATER ADVENTURE	20.4	WATER	—	—	—
NEUSIOK	9.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINECLIFF HORSE TRAIL C	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEUSIOK	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRICE'S CREEK	3.9	WATER	—	—	—
PINECLIFF HORSE TRAIL A	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACK SWAMP OHV	3.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
PINECLIFF HORSE TRAIL B	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEETOCK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOBLOLLY	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
NEUSIOK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEECH SWAMP	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
NEUSIOK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PATSY POND ORANGE LOOP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CEDAR POINT TIDELANDS NRT A	0.8	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FLANNERS BEACH CAMPGOUND LOOP	0.8	ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	—
PATSY POND BLUE LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ISLAND CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PATSY POND GREEN LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEADY	0.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CEDAR POINT TIDELANDS NRT	0.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACK SWAMP OHV SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACK SWAMP OHV	0.4	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
ISLAND CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINECLIFF HORSE TRAILCONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PATSY POND ORANGE ALT LOOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FLANNERS BEACH CG CONNECTOR	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	—
PATSY POND BLUE ALT LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in New Bern

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NEW BERN FIREMEN'S MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2526364087	$79,834
PAMLICO COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	10642 NC HIGHWAY 55	2527452239	$39,894
ATTMORE OLIVER HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2526388558
BIRTHPLACE OF PEPSI-COLA STORE	GENERAL MUSEUM
HAVELOCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JAMES CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2526335059
JUDGE GASTON HOUSE RESTORATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TRYON PALACE HISTORIC SITES & GARDENS KYNA HERZINGER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2526393500

Libraries in New Bern

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
CRAVEN-PAMLICO-CARTERET REGIONAL LIBRARY	400 JOHNSON ST	0.0	680,816

Farmers Markets in New Bern

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Joseph Community Farmers Market	2305 Neuse Blvd.	05/28/2016 to 08/27/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
New Bern/Craven County Area Farmers Market	421 S. Front Street	January to December	Sat:8:00 AM - 2:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in New Bern

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brewery99	Breweries, Food & Drink	417F Broad St	2522596393

Nursing Homes in New Bern

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
RIVERPOINT CREST NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 2600 OLD CHERRY POINT ROAD	For profit - Corporation	105	86	5/5	—	2/5	3/5	2526374730
BAYVIEW NURSING & REHAB CENTER 3003 KENSINGTON PARK DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	60	58	4/5	—	4/5	5/5	2526381818
PRUITTHEALTH-TRENT 836 HOSPITAL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	116	85	3/5	—	4/5	1/5	2526386001
PRUITTHEALTH-NEUSE 1303 HEALTH DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	110	105	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	2526342560

Pharmacies in New Bern

15 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BYNUM'S DRUG STORE	240 MIDDLE STREET	252-637-3123
CVS - 5597	3311 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-633-9534
HARRIS TEETER - 221	2019 SOUTH GLENBURNIE ROAD	252-637-9537
MCCARTHY SQUARE PHARMACY	609 MCCARTHY BOULEVARD	252-514-2900
MEDICAP PHARMACY	1904 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-672-4440
PHARMACY PLUS	1204 SOUTH GLENBURNIE ROAD	252-636-3322
REALO DISCOUNT DRUGS	2117 SOUTH GLENBURNIE ROAD	252-636-1711
REALO DISCOUNT DRUGS	2630 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-514-0374
REALO DISCOUNT DRUGS	135 BRIDGE TOWN BOULEVARD	252-636-0236
RITE AID - 11538	710 DEGRAFFENREID AVENUE	252-638-5141
RITE AID - 11539	3500 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-672-8354
TARGET	3410 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-638-3021
TRENT EAST HEALTH MART PHARMACY	937 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 70 EAST	252-638-6500
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1300	3105 DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR BOULEVARD	252-637-5119
WALGREENS - 2222	2001 NEUSE BOULEVARD	252-672-8365

EV Charging Stations in New Bern

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Rivertowne Square - Tesla Supercharger	3005 Dr MLK Jr Blvd	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q - Tesla Supercharger	2507 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Circle K - New Bern	425 Hotel Dr	CIRCLE_K		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
RED BEAR STATION 1	113 Craven Street	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
RED BEAR STATION 2	113 Craven Street	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Carolina Colours Town Centre - Tesla Destination	2032 Waterscape Wy	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public
Carolina East Medical Center	2000 Neuse Blvd	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Eastern Carolina Nissan	3315 Highway 70 E	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Eastern Carolina Nissan	3315 Highway 70 E	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private
Hampton Inn New Bern	200 Hotel Dr.	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
Hanna House Bed & Breakfast - Tesla Destination	218 Pollock St	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public
KMNB KIA OF NEW BERN	1715A US-70 E	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
KMNB MAZDA1	1715 Hwy 70E	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
SpringHill Suites	300 Hotel Drive	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
The Aerie Bed and Breakfast - Tesla Destination	509 Pollock St	Tesla Destination	2		J1772 TESLA	public
UNC Cancer Center	1302 Health Dr	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in New Bern

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
7080 OLD SAND HILL RD	TOWER	127
GRANTSBORO CELL SITE - 11153 NC 55	TOWER	122

Fire Stations in New Bern

Name	Address	Type	Phone
New Bern Fire-Rescue Department	1401 Neuse BLVD	Mostly career	252-639-2932
No 7 Township Fire & Rescue Department	1705 Old Cherry Point RD	Volunteer	252-637-2779
Number Nine Township Fire Company	3783 HWY 55 West	Volunteer	252-636-0055
Olympia Volunteer Fire Department	394 Olympia RD	Volunteer	252-637-1545
Rhems Fire & Rescue	5860 Highway 17 S	Volunteer	252-637-3365
Township Six Fire Department	109 Carolina Pines BLVD	Volunteer	252-447-2500
Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department	200 Saints Delight Church RD	Volunteer	252-633-3200
West of New Bern Fire Department	900 Chelsea RD	Volunteer	252-638-1119

Power Plants Near New Bern

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
PORTER SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	OP
PLOTT HOUND SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	L
ANDREW SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	OP
INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO. - NEW BERN MILL	WOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS	221117	-77.1	OP
GROVE SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	OP
GROVE SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	L
TWE NEW BERN SOLAR PROJECT, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	OP
SWEET TEA SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.1	P
CRAVEN COUNTY WOOD ENERGY LP	WOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS	221117	-77.2	OP
PECAN GROVE SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.2	OP
NEW BERN	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-77.2	OP

Bridges in New Bern

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1975	25	45,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	1,982	29,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	1,010	29,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	347	29,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	404	29,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	3,625	29,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	3,625	29,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	190	24,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	175	24,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	177	24,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	261	23,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	266	23,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	202	22,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	233	22,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	239	14,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	233	14,000	F
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	2010	1,762	11,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	282	8,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	925	6,625	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1998	175	4,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1969	59	4,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	1,271	2,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	244	1,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	692	1,600	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1997	54	1,000	G

Correctional Facilities in New Bern

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CRAVEN COUNTY JAIL	1100 CLARKS ROAD	COUNTY	255	292	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in New Bern

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Havelock, NC	201 Tourist Center Drive	BUS
New Bern, NC	203 South Front Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near New Bern

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CRAVEN COUNTY - CMS GENERATION	201 EXECUTIVE PKWY	CRAVEN

Airports Near New Bern

45 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Albert J Ellis Airport	OAJ	Medium Airport
Cherry Point MCAS / Cunningham Field/	—	Medium Airport
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport	EWN	Medium Airport
Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field	ISO	Medium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field	—	Medium Airport
Pitt-Greenville Airport	PGV	Medium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Als Airport	—	Small Airport
Atlantic Field Marine Corps Outlying Field	—	Small Airport
Bell Strip	—	Small Airport
Benton Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd Field	—	Small Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying Field	—	Small Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Canaan Air Base Airport	—	Small Airport
Chase Field	—	Small Airport
Circle P Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Dead Cow Field	—	Small Airport
Deppe Airport	—	Small Airport
Donald's Air Park Inc. Airport	—	Small Airport
Epley Airport	—	Small Airport
Flanagan Field	—	Small Airport
Hickory Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Hodges Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Holly Ridge/Topsail Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Hood Field	—	Small Airport
Jackson Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Lee Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue	—	Small Airport
Michael J. Smith Field	—	Small Airport
Moss Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Oak Grove Marine Corps Outlying Field	—	Small Airport
Parker Field	—	Small Airport
Pink Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Riviere Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Manor Airport	—	Small Airport
South Oaks Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Star Hill Golf Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Suggs Field	—	Small Airport
Suter Field	—	Small Airport
Topsail Airpark	—	Small Airport
Triple M Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren Field	OCW	Small Airport

Police Stations in New Bern

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Bridgeton Police Department	304 Bridge Street
Craven County Sheriff's Office
Havelock Police Department
Maysville Police Department	404 Main Street
New Bern Police Department	601 George Street
Police Neighborhood Resource
Pollocksville Police Department
River Bend Police Department
Trent Woods Police Department
US Marshal
Vanceboro Police Department	7901 Main Street

Grocery Stores in New Bern

37 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
5 Point Mini Mart #2 2	Convenience Store	3419 Oaks Rd
Armstrong Grocery	Other	1201 Broad St
B & J SEAFOOD OUTLET	Specialty Store	1101 US Highway 70 E
Beech Grove Fuel Market 4	Convenience Store	920 Washington Post Rd
Broad Mini Mart	Convenience Store	815 Broad St
Burleys	Convenience Store	510 Rountree St
Circle K 2706790	Convenience Store	425 Hotel Dr
Circle K 2720934	Convenience Store	1211 Simmons St
Dollar General 12837	Other	3699 Neuse Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 8872	Other	2516 Neuse Blvd
Dollar Tree 5479	Other	2848 Neuse Blvd
DOLLARTREE 9524	Other	710 Degrafenreid Ave
Family Dollar 56	Other	2511 Neuse Blvd
Family Dollar 7066	Other	1405 Neuse Blvd
Five Points Food Mart	Convenience Store	1210 Broad St
Five Points Mini Mart #1 #1	Convenience Store	1509 National Ave
FOOD LION 817	Supermarket	935 US Highway 70 E
FOOD LION 825	Supermarket	1214 S Glenburnie Rd
Front Street Fish Company	Specialty Store	520 S Front St
G Bless Karenni Asian Market	Grocery Store	2509B Neuse Blvd
Glenburnie Family Fare 264	Convenience Store	1200 S Glenburnie Rd
Grace Asian Market Llc	Grocery Store	2680 M L K Blvd
Hpaung Family Asian Mart 1	Grocery Store	308 Simmons St
Klo Htoo Asian Market	Grocery Store	2708 Neuse Blvd
New Bern Craven County Area Farmers Market Inc.	Farmers and Markets	421 S Front St
New Bern Mexican Bakery	Grocery Store	1201 Pollock St
Piggly Wiggly 28	Super Store	1208 Simmons St
Pops 801	Convenience Store	1509 S Glenburnie Rd
Roses 525	Other	2880 Neuse Blvd
Speedway 8214	Convenience Store	3314 Neuse Blvd
Speedway 8277	Convenience Store	370 Washington Post Rd
Super Stop	Convenience Store	1701 Neuse Blvd
Tienda Hispana Lupita	Convenience Store	2403 Neuse Blvd
Veterans Employment Base Camp And Organic Garden	Farmers and Markets	1235 Pollock St
Walgreens 02222	Other	2001 Neuse Blvd
Walmart 1300	Super Store	3105 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
Walmart Neighborhood Market 7218	Super Store	2915 Neuse Blvd

Post Offices in New Bern

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
New Bern Post Office - Downtown Office

Treatment Centers in New Bern

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CarolinaEast Medical Center - Crossroads Psychiatric Program	Mental Health	252-633-8204
Pathways Human Services of NC - Access Family Services	Mental Health	252-633-3855
PORT Health Services	Both	252-672-8742

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Bern

86 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A BETTER ME FOUNDATION	PO BOX 3463
ABUNDANT LIFE MIRACLE CENTER	1901 GARDEN ST
ABUNDANT LOVE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIESINC	611 BROWN DR
ARISE & REAP MINISTRIES INC	1400 KIMBERLY RD
BRIGDETON PH CHURCH	940 HALF MOON RD
BROAD STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH	802 BROAD ST
CHERISH LIFE MINISTRIES	917 SAWGRASS CT
CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 1246
CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH TRUST	PO BOX 1246
CHRISTIAN POUND BURIAL SOCIETY	929 WEST ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	2817 OAKS RD
CHURCH RELEVANT INC	2739 US HIGHWAY 70 E
CITY GRACE CHURCH	305 AVENUE C
CLINTON CHAPEL AME ZION CHURCH	PO BOX 675
COALITION OF CHRISTIAN CHURCHES	301 FOREST OAKS DR
CORNERSTONE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	2304 US HIGHWAY 70 E
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CAMP	2014 BOGUE LN
DRAGON SLAYER MINISTRIES	105 CREEKVIEW RD
EBENEZER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	720 BERN ST
ELIJAH BIBLE INSTITUTE	735 LAKE TYLER DR
FAITH REVIVAL AND REHABILITATION CENTER CHURCH INC	PO BOX 14580
FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	4143 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
FAMILY FIRST FARM	1319 KIMBERLY RD
FAMILY OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC	2406 BRICES CREEK RD
FATHERS HOUSE OF NORTH CAROLINA INC	PO BOX 945
FEAST TABERNACLE MINISTRIES INC	4524 OLD CHERRY POINT RD
FIERY REMNANT INC	7180 US HIGHWAY 70 E
FIFTH EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 1
FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF NEW BERN	PO BOX 1136
FOR YOUR GLORY GOD OUTREACH MINISTRY	3320 NEUSE BLOUVARD
FROM TRIBULATION TO REVELATION MINISTRIES	711 HALLS CREEK RD
FULL GOSPEL OUTREACH	L112 TRENT CT
GATEWAY CENTER FOR GENERATIONAL BETTERMENT	1008 KAREN DR
GLOBAL COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC	374 NINA LN
GOD AND COUNTRY CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE INC	PO BOX 15393
GUILDFIELD MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH INC	PO BOX 12881
HARVEST EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES	320 FAIRMOUNT WAY
HARVEST OUTREACH CENTER	4412 OLD CHERRY POINT RD
HIGHWAYS & HEDGES REVIVAL	1601 NATIONAL AVE
INTERFAITH REFUGEE MINISTRY INC	1913 TRENT BLVD
INTERNATIONAL PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS	221 NEUSE RD
JEHOVAH JIREH CHRISTIAN FAMILY CENTER	4110 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
JONES CHAPEL AME ZION CHURCH	513 ELDER ST
KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH OF NEW BERN INC	3203 OAKS RD
KAREN BUDDHIST ASSOCIATION OF NORTH CAROLINA	4627 US HWY 17 S
MISSION MINDED CHURCH INC	4810 DELFT DR
MOUNT CARMEL	429 SATTERFIELD DR
MOUNT SHILOH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 13271
NEW BERN BUDDHIST ASSOCIATION	2309 CENTER AVE
NEW BERN DISTRICT 3R OUTREACH MINISTRY INC	2920 NC HIGHWAY 55 W
NEW BERN FIRST CHURCH	PO BOX 14225
NEW DIRECTION COMMUNITY CHURCH	143 W PLEASANT HILL DR
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	6055 NC HIGHWAY 55 E
PELETAH MINISTRIES	PO BOX 14253
PURVIS CHAPEL INC C/O JOSEPH GEORGE	3126 ELIZABETH AVE
RAMANYA INC	1453 SW CRAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL RD
REACHING FOR SOULS MINISTRIES	2619 TRENT RD
REELSBORO CHRISTIAN CHURCH	64 DIXON RD
REFRESHING LIVES CHURCH INC	PO BOX 3005
REGION 3 ORDER OF ST LUKE	115 NYON RD
RUACH INTL FELLOWSHIP NEW BERN COMMUNITY OUTREACH	1435 STATE CAMP RD
SAETA DE SALVACION INC	229 SARATOGA LN
SAINT JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1130 WALT BELLAMY DR
SAINT PAUL CATHOLIC PARISH OF NEW BERN	3005 COUNTRY CLUB RD
SECRET PLACE MINISTRY CENTER	700 PROFESSIONAL DR
SHAMA TABERNACLE OF PRAISE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES	1817 CARACARA DR
SOUND OF SALVATION MINISTRIES	101 HUDSON LN LOT 13
ST PETERS AME ZION CHURCH	617 QUEEN ST
TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 1510
TAYLOR HOWARD MINISTRY	2804 OAKLAND AVE
TEMPLE BNAI SHOLEM INC	505 MIDDLE ST
TREE OF LIFE MINISTRIES OF NEW BERN	PO BOX 12862
TRENTON PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH	PO BOX 192
TWIN RIVERS BAPTIST CHURCH	804 US HWY 70 E
TWIN RIVERS VINEYARD CHURCH	3910 YARMOUTH RD
TWO RIVERS CHURCH OF CHRIST	3321 NEUSE BLVD
UNION POINT CHURCH	2912 TRENT RD
UNITED FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	3804 WINDY TRL
UNITED MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF NEW BERN NORTH CAROLINA	PO BOX 12811
UNITED WORSHIP CENTER CHURCH OF NEW BERN INC	PO BOX 12811
VILLAGE CHAPEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	908 MADAM MOORES LN
VIRGIN HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1305 TUSCARORA RHEMS RD
WESLEY COVENANT CHURCH - GMC	4143 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
WITHOUT LIMITS CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 15094
WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN CENTER	PO BOX 14450
WORD OF LIFE CHURCH OF NEW BERN INCORPORATED	1021 POLLOCK ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Bern

What is the population of New Bern?

New Bern has a population of 31,563 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,100 people per square mile, spread across 29.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 54.5% female and 45.5% male.

Is New Bern expensive to live in?

New Bern 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 $56,893, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $211,500 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is New Bern safe?

The violent crime rate in New Bern is 414 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,309 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, New Bern receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in New Bern?

New Bern enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in New Bern?

The job market in New Bern is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,070. There are 2,740 business establishments in the area, including 225 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 6.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New Bern?

The median home value in New Bern is $211,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,646. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,068. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,730.

How are the schools in New Bern?

Schools in New Bern score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.6% of adults in New Bern hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New Bern?

The obesity rate in New Bern is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 87.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,342.

What is transportation like in New Bern?

The average commute in New Bern is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of New Bern?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Bern is 55% White, 28.9% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 89.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.5% speak Spanish. 15.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 91.4% have health insurance coverage.

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