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Sanford, NC
North Carolina · Lee County
Sanford is a mid-size city in North Carolina with a population of 30,833. Residents earn $54,294 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
30,833
Population
929/sq mi density
$54,294
Median Income
$28,775 per capita
$222,000
Home Value
$286,734 Zillow
$965
Median Rent
30.1% income on rent
61°F
Avg Temperature
310 sunny days/yr
265
Violent Crime/100K
3,402 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,294 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$222,000 home value, $965/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
265 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$54,294
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$222,000
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
265/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$965
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.8%
35% higher than US avg
How Sanford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population30,833
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density929/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans6.0%
Economy
BMedian Income$54,294
Per Capita$28,775
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$4,261M
Commute23 min
Housing
AHome Value$222,000
Rent$965
Ownership52.0%
Zillow$286,734
Housing Units12,057
Rent Burden30.1%
Crime
FViolent265/100K
Property3,402/100K
Murder20.1/100K
Assault124/100K
Burglary695/100K
Health
Obesity39.8%
Uninsured18.2%
Smoking17.0%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Education
C+Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.44
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Broadband72.2%
EV Stations6
Libraries2
Is Sanford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sanford receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Sanford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sanford is $54,294, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 16.8% 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 Sanford is $222,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Sanford is below the national average at 265 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,402 per 100,000, 74% above the national average.
Education
22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Sanford 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.
Sanford has a population of 30,833 with a density of 929 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (52.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 24.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.4% of residents, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
30,833
Total Population
929
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
33.2mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sanford vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sanford vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sanford is $54,294, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,775 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,117, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Sanford vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,294 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,775 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,731 |
| Gini Index | 0.431 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,866 |
| County GDP | $4,261M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Healthcare | 153 |
| Retail | 247 |
| Manufacturing | 76 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
Walkability
The median home value in Sanford is $222,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,734, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $965 (17% 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. 52.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 12,057 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $4,196 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $222,000 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $286,734 |
| Median List Price | $327,545 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $327,545 |
| $/Sq Ft | $161 |
| Homes Sold | 32 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.3% |
| Price Drops | 30.6% |
| Inventory | 180 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $965 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,747 |
| Rent Burden | 30.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 52.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 48.0% |
| Housing Units | 12,057 |
| Median Year Built | 1984 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
In Sanford, 39.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 36.4% have high blood pressure. 17.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.2% report binge drinking. 30.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 18.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 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.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)
PM2.5
7.0
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
7.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.6
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
66.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.6
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
146.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Sanford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Cancer | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 17.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Short Sleep | 40.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.6% |
| Uninsured | 18.2% |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,944 |
| Dentists | 1:1,871 |
| Mental Health | 1:459 |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Dental Visits | 54.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,122/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 153 |
Sanford has a violent crime rate of 265 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 124.1 per 100,000, robbery at 120.8, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 20.1 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,402 per 100,000, 74% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,604, burglary at 695, vehicle theft at 104 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sanford receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Sanford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 265.1/100K |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Murder | 20.1/100K |
| 220% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 120.8/100K |
| Assault | 124.1/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,402.1/100K |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 694.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,603.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 104.0/100K |
| Arson | 6.7/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Traffic Accidents | 369 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Sanford 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 404 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 33.2 sq mi (85.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4967°N, 79.1719°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 67.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 73.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 31.7 / 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)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in |
Sanford has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and April the driest (3.0").
Sanford is located in Lee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 5.9% 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. 72.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 153 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 17.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Traffic Accidents | 369 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.4% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.44 |
C+
Education Grade (2.8/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 929/sq mi |
| Total Area | 33.2 sq mi |
| County | Lee County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 72.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 161.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 35.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 153 |
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Retail Stores | 247 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
Average costs for common services in Sanford. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 |
Colleges & Universities in Sanford
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Carolina Community College | Public · Associate | 6,905 | — | $2,554 | $8,698 |
Hospitals in Sanford
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes | (919) 774-2100 |
Schools in Sanford
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County High | High | 1,508 | 95 | 15.9:1 |
| Southern Lee High School | High | 1,234 | 75 | 16.5:1 |
| Benhaven Elementary | Elementary | 1,030 | 71 | 14.5:1 |
| Highland Elementary | Elementary | 891 | 61 | 14.6:1 |
| Highland Middle | Middle | 875 | 56 | 15.6:1 |
| SanLee Middle School | Middle | 809 | 53 | 15.3:1 |
| West Lee Middle | Middle | 607 | 46 | 13.2:1 |
| WB Wicker Elementary | Elementary | 575 | 40 | 14.4:1 |
| Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County (Charter) | High | 547 | 39 | 14.0:1 |
| Tramway Elementary | Elementary | 545 | 41 | 13.3:1 |
| J Glenn Edwards Elementary | Elementary | 532 | 39 | 13.6:1 |
| East Lee Middle | Middle | 531 | 33 | 16.1:1 |
| Greenwood Elementary | Elementary | 530 | 41 | 12.9:1 |
| BT Bullock Elementary | Elementary | 485 | 37 | 13.1:1 |
| MINA Charter School of Lee County (Charter) | Elementary | 474 | 41 | 11.6:1 |
| Deep River Elementary | Elementary | 473 | 37 | 12.8:1 |
| J R Ingram Jr Elementary | Elementary | 408 | 31 | 13.2:1 |
| Lee Early College | High | 272 | 12 | 22.7:1 |
Radio Stations near Sanford
4 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 | |
| WRAL News+ | local news, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WXYC | freeform | MP3 128 kbps |
National Parks Near Sanford
25 national parks and monuments found near Sanford.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 Sanford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH CAROLINA RAILROAD MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9193625416 | $182,498 | |
| RAILROAD HOUSE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 110 CHARLOTTE AVENUE | 9197767479 | $20,553 |
| CARTHAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9109472216 | ||
| LEE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MONCURE MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | |||
| OLE GILLIAM MILL PARK | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9197763196 |
Libraries in Sanford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES | 197 NC HWY 87 N | 0.0 | 192,124 | |||
| LEE COUNTY LIBRARY | 107 HAWKINS AVE | 0.0 | 135,924 |
Farmers Markets in Sanford
Hotels in Sanford
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Americas Best Value Inn Sanford
Baymont Sanford
Comfort Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Sanford
Hampton
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford
Restaurants in Sanford
43 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken
Applebee's
Bay Breeze Seafood
Beli's Sazón Colombian Restaurant
Big T’s
Blaison’s Buffet
Brannan Schlitz BBQ
Brick City Grill
Buffalo Wild Wings
Café Vesuvio
Cracker Barrel
Davison's Steaks
Dodge City Steakhouse
El Rolas Tacos
Elizabeth’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Fairview Dairy Bar
FAT Juniors grill
Fonda Lupita
Golden Corral
Highway 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
Hunan
Ichiban Bistro
Indulge 919 Brunch & Soul food
Jeff N Lisa Brick House Grill
La Dolce Vita Pizzeria
La Esperanza Mexican Taqueria Restaurant
Landmark Restaurant
Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House
Mrs. Wenger’s
No. 1 China
Pizza Hut
Ron’s Barn
Ruby Tuesday
Saladang Thai Kitchen
San Felipe Mexican Restaurant
San Felipe Mexican Restaurant
Smoke and Barrel
Star House Wings & Hibachi
Stubbs and Sons BBQ
The Flame Steakhouse
Tramway Diner
Valenti’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Waffle House
Cafes in Sanford
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Brick City Boba
Family Grounds Coffee Co
Java Cafe Express
Starbucks
The Eyelight Coffee & Comics
Cinemas in Sanford
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Spring Lane Cinemas 10
Theatres in Sanford
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Temple Theatre
Dentists in Sanford
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Happy Tooth Family Dentistry
Lane & Associates
Veterinaries in Sanford
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
All Animals Veterinary Hospital
Gas Stations in Sanford
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Amoco
Circle K
Circle K
Circle K
Circle K
Exxon
Exxon
Lowes Foods Gas
Marathon
Sheetz
Banks in Sanford
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
First Citizens Bank
First Horizon Bank
First National Bank
PNC Bank
State Employees Credit Union
State Employees Credit Union
Truist
Wells Fargo
Gyms in Sanford
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
FirstHealth Fitness-Sanford
One On One Fitness Studio
Planet Fitness
Golf Courses in Sanford
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Sanford Municipal Golf Course
Breweries in Sanford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roost At Fearrington | Snack Place and Brewery | 2000 Fearrington Village Ctr | 9195421145 |
Nursing Homes in Sanford
3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTFIELD REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CENTER 3100 TRAMWAY ROAD |
For profit - Corporation | 83 | 70 | 4/5 | — | 2/5 | 3/5 | 9197755404 |
| LIBERTY COMMONS NSG AND REHAB CTR OF LEE COUNTY 310 COMMERCE DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 80 | 66 | 3/5 | — | 1/5 | 4/5 | 9194992206 |
| SANFORD HEALTH & REHABILITATION CO 2702 FARRELL ROAD |
For profit - Corporation | 131 | 120 | 1/5 | — | 2/5 | 4/5 | 9197769602 |
Pharmacies in Sanford
11 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 5384 | 2240 JEFFERSON DAVIS HIGHWAY | 919-776-4529 |
| CVS - 7329 | 1802 SOUTH HORNER BOULEVARD | 919-774-4574 |
| KERR DRUG | 1050 SOUTH HORNER BOULEVARD | 919-776-4107 |
| KMART | 2515 HORNER BOULEVARD | 919-776-0733 |
| MEDICINE PARK PHARMACY | 100 PARK AVENUE | 919-776-9715 |
| QUALITY HOME HEALTHCARE | 106 PARK AVENUE | 919-775-2001 |
| RITE AID - 11342 | 1131 SPRING LANE | 919-774-6610 |
| RITE AID - 11343 | 2045 SOUTH HORNER BOULEVARD | 919-776-3766 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1774 | 3310 NC HIGHWAY 87 SOUTH | 919-776-9399 |
| WALGREENS - 12078 | 2286 JEFFERSON DAVIS HIGHWAY | 919-777-5983 |
| WALGREENS - 7479 | 1956 SOUTH HORNER BOULEVARD | 919-775-4361 |
EV Charging Stations in Sanford
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Lane Galleria - Tesla Supercharger | 818 Spring Lane | Tesla | 12 | TESLA | public | |
| Classic Nissan - Sanford | 3305 NC Highway 87 S | Non-Networked | 1 | 1 | CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO | public |
| CENTRAL EMC HQ CEMCHQ | 125 Wilson Rd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Classic Nissan - Sanford | 3305 NC Highway 87 S | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | private | |
| Cooper EIC Sanford (Bunker) | 2801 Lemon Springs Rd | Blink Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Sanford | 1025 Frazier Dr | CHARGEUP | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| SANFORDEVHORNER 151 S HORNER 01 | 151 S Horner Blvd | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Taylor Automotive | 1007 Hawkins Ave | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Sanford
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsboro Cell Site - 1062 PITTSBORO FIRE TOWER ROAD | TOWER | 127 |
| Merry Oaks Cell Site - 220 NEW ELAM CHURCH RD | TOWER | 92 |
| Jonesboro Cell Site - 607 MAIN ST | TOWER | 66 |
Fire Stations in Sanford
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benhaven Emergency Services | 4023 NC Highway 87 N | Mostly volunteer | 919-499-9511 | ||
| Deep River Fire Department | 5107 Deep River RD | Volunteer | 919-774-9622 | ||
| Northview Fire Department | 104 Perkinson RD | Mostly volunteer | 919-774-6221 | ||
| Pocket Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. | 478 Blackstone RD | Mostly volunteer | 919-774-1116 | ||
| Sanford Fire Department | 225 E Weatherspoon ST | Career | 919-775-8313 | ||
| West Sanford Rural Volunteer Fire Department | 804 Cumnock RD | Volunteer | 919-774-8854 |
Power Plants Near Sanford
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROADWAY ROAD SOLAR, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.1 | T |
| 1025 TRAVELLER SOLAR, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.1 | OP |
| BOAZ FARM SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.1 | OP |
| BALSAM | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
| SWEETGUM SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
| ELM SOLAR, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
| COUGAR SOLAR, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
| COHEN FARM SOLAR, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
| COTTEN FARM, LLC | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -79.2 | OP |
Bridges in Sanford
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 255 | 37,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1956 | 136 | 32,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1977 | 173 | 32,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1974 | 21 | 27,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1977 | 153 | 26,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1955 | 33 | 23,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 150 | 16,750 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 600 | 16,750 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2005 | 600 | 16,750 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1999 | 149 | 16,250 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 207 | 15,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 219 | 15,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2001 | 190 | 14,500 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1941 | 115 | 13,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1989 | 55 | 12,000 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1957 | 175 | 11,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1957 | 175 | 11,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 29 | 9,300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1978 | 253 | 9,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2015 | 225 | 8,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2015 | 225 | 8,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 264 | 7,800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2021 | 604 | 7,400 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1958 | 29 | 7,200 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1978 | 21 | 6,700 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1966 | 21 | 6,700 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 139 | 6,700 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1967 | 142 | 4,000 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 219 | 3,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1972 | 36 | 3,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1989 | 47 | 3,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 244 | 3,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2007 | 207 | 3,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2006 | 24 | 2,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2005 | 224 | 2,700 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 30 | 2,700 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1984 | 31 | 2,000 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 62 | 1,900 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 72 | 1,600 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 137 | 1,600 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 93 | 1,600 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1984 | 34 | 1,300 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1982 | 101 | 1,300 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 45 | 1,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 288 | 850 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1953 | 51 | 800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1960 | 25 | 800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 240 | 800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2008 | 253 | 610 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 90 | 530 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 163 | 520 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1956 | 26 | 480 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2018 | 72 | 320 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2003 | 251 | 300 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2004 | 22 | 300 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1968 | 91 | 100 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 92 | 100 | G |
Correctional Facilities in Sanford
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD CORRECTIONAL CENTER | 417 ADVANCEMENT CENTER RD | STATE | 295 | 298 | OPEN |
| LEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT | 1401 ELM STREET | COUNTY | 96 | 126 | OPEN |
Superfund Sites Near Sanford
3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ARAUCO NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 985 CORINTH ROAD | CHATHAM |
| FAYETTEVILLE GENERATION, LLC | 130 N. STEELE STREET, SUITE A | LEE |
| PERFORMANCE FIBERS, INC. | 338 PEA RDG RD | WAKE |
Airports Near Sanford
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Durham International Airport | RDU | Large Airport |
| Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field | FAY | Medium Airport |
| Pope Field | POB | Medium Airport |
| Simmons Army Air Field | FBG | Medium Airport |
| Air Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Allens Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Asheboro Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bagwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barclaysville Field | — | Small Airport |
| Barker Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brocks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brooks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Buie Field | — | Small Airport |
| Burlington Alamance Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| C A G Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Causey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champion UAS Launch and Recovery Site | — | Small Airport |
| Charles Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cox Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dakota Air Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dead Dog Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dean Field | — | Small Airport |
| Deck Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Deer Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Derby Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Derksen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| E T Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eastover Air Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fiddleair Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fields Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flint Ridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flyers Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Fuquay Airport / Angier Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gary Fox Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gilliam-McConnell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grays Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greensboro Executive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hardaway Field | — | Small Airport |
| Harnett Regional Jetport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hinshaw (Greenacres) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Holland Drop Zone Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kecks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kimrey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Larry F Warren Field | — | Small Airport |
| Laurinburg Maxton Airport | MXE | Small Airport |
| Loop Field Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Luzon Drop Zone Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Sanford
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lee County Sheriff’s Office | ||
| Pittsboro Police Department | 635 East Street | |
| Whispering Pines Police Station | 14 Hardee Lane |
Grocery Stores in Sanford
66 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Aldi 66060 | Supermarket | 2903 S Horner Blvd |
| B&B Market | Grocery Store | 1407 S Horner Blvd |
| BIG LOTS 3212 | Other | 2950 S Horner Blvd |
| Circle K 2720218 | Convenience Store | 1130 N Horner Blvd |
| Circle K 2720331 | Convenience Store | 1612 Tramway Rd |
| Circle K 2720355 | Convenience Store | 429 E Weatherspoon St |
| Circle K 2720405 | Convenience Store | 3006 Hawkins Ave |
| Circle K 2720438 | Convenience Store | 1007 Spring Ln |
| Circle K 2723777 | Convenience Store | 2062 S Horner Blvd |
| Circle K 2723778 | Convenience Store | 2219 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Circle K 2723844 | Convenience Store | 2206 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| CVS PHARMACY 5384 | Other | 133 Marketplace Drive |
| CVS PHARMACY 7329 | Other | 1802 S Horner Blvd |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 0559 | Other | 2650 Lee Ave |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 9444 | Other | 2461 Hawkins Ave |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 13820 | Other | 601 Oakwood Ave |
| Dollar General 20585 | Other | 496 Glenwood Dr |
| Dollar General 22366 | Other | 2237 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Dollar General 23856 | Other | 945 Saint Andrews Church Rd |
| Dollar General 30099 | Other | 1309 S Horner Blvd |
| Dollar General 31139 | Other | 1150 Broadway Rd |
| Dollar General 31294 | Other | 3511 Wicker St |
| Dollar Tree 1874 | Other | 2031 S Horner Blvd |
| Dollar Tree 4301 | Other | 864 Spring Ln |
| Family Dollar 3589 | Other | 2224 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Family Dollar 4274 | Other | 902 N Horner Blvd |
| Family Dollar 7 | Other | 2512 Lee Ave |
| Fastee Mart | Convenience Store | 3207 Lee Ave |
| Flowers Bakery Outlet 491 | Convenience Store | 708 E Main St |
| FOOD LION 78 | Supermarket | 1931 S Horner Blvd |
| FOOD LION 1349 | Supermarket | 2244 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| FOOD LION 2536 | Supermarket | 2581 Hawkins Ave |
| FOOD LION 999 | Supermarket | 2904 S Horner Blvd |
| La Centroamericana Bakery & Groceries Llc 1 | Convenience Store | 2948 Industrial Dr |
| LA CUMPLIDORA | Supermarket | 901 S Horner Blvd |
| Lidl 1058 | Super Store | 3209 NC 87 S |
| LOWES FOOD STORE 157 | Supermarket | 818 Spring Ln |
| Merlinas Bakery & Coffee Llc | Specialty Store | 1221 N Horner Blvd |
| Murphy Express 8560 | Convenience Store | 3288 Nc Highway 87 S |
| Piggly Wiggly 4 | Supermarket | 2412 S Horner Blvd |
| Pine Haven Farm NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 4207 Pine Haven Ln |
| PMG SS 48 | Convenience Store | 713 W Main St |
| Qy Triangle Inc | Convenience Store | 700 Charlotte Ave |
| Rivera's Market LLC | Grocery Store | 1718 S Horner Blvd |
| Roses 522 | Other | 1015 Spring Ln |
| Sanford Farmers' Market FFAB | Farmers and Markets | 157 Charlotte Ave |
| Sanford Grocery & Produce | Convenience Store | 1206 Woodland Ave |
| Save A Lot 21770 | Supermarket | 1946 S Horner Blvd |
| Save More - 1 | Convenience Store | 2800 S Horner Blvd |
| Seaview Crab Company- Tramway | Other | 2424 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Sheetz 798 | Convenience Store | 2409 S Horner Blvd |
| Sheetz 863 | Convenience Store | 2304 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Short Stop 57 57 | Convenience Store | 2702 Carbonton Rd |
| Short Stop 6 06 | Convenience Store | 3901 Hawkins Ave |
| SOBE MART | Convenience Store | 810 Hawkins Ave |
| STOP N SHOP | Convenience Store | 1403 S 7th St |
| Stretch A Buck 1 | Other | 2534 Lee Ave |
| Third Street Store 1 | Convenience Store | 232 McIver St |
| Thomas And Sons Butcher Shop | Other | 2508 S Horner Blvd |
| Tortilleria Rositas Inc. | Grocery Store | 2972 Industrial Dr |
| Value Mart | Convenience Store | 307 Carthage St |
| Walgreens 07479 | Other | 1956 S Horner Blvd |
| Walgreens 12078 | Other | 2286 Jefferson Davis Hwy |
| Walgreens 16149 | Other | 1050 S Horner Blvd |
| Walmart SUPERCENTER 1774 | Super Store | 3310 NC Highway 87 S |
| Winkmart | Convenience Store | 3101 Deep River Rd |
Post Offices in Sanford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| US Post Office-Sanford |
DOL Wage Violations in Sanford
40 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $621,515 in back wages owed to 603 employees.
40
Violations
$621,515
Back Wages Owed
603
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravel & Sand Materials Transportation | SIGNIFICANT | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $130,011 | $2,322 | 56 |
| Pentair Aquatic Systems | SIGNIFICANT | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $119,614 | $19,936 | 6 |
| Central Carolina Hospital A Duke Lifepoint | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $97,210 | $2,371 | 41 |
| I Innovations | — | — | 27330 | — | 2 | $50,820 | $1,815 | 28 |
| Sandhills Consolidated Service, Inc | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $45,417 | $811 | 56 |
| Porter USPS Contracting | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $37,655 | $1,298 | 29 |
| PR Faulk Electrical Company | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $23,784 | $793 | 30 |
| Coty | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $15,808 | $15,808 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $11,742 | $110 | 107 |
| 156012 - CATERPILLAR INC. [OSHA] | — | Caterpillar Inc | 27330 | Construction Machinery Manufacturing | 3 | $10,586 | $3,529 | 3 |
| Lee County Industries, Inc. | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $8,209 | $101 | 81 |
| HR Curtis Plumbing | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $7,355 | $1,226 | 6 |
| Piggly Wiggly | — | Piggly Wiggly #26 | 27330 | — | 1 | $6,512 | $1,085 | 6 |
| Kelly Services | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $5,198 | $1,040 | 5 |
| Arbys | — | Inspire Brands | 27330 | — | 1 | $4,988 | $499 | 10 |
| 140211 - SANDHILLS CONSOLIDATED SERVICES, INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 27332 | Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing | 1 | $4,680 | $4,680 | 1 |
| Pipeworx Plumbing, Inc. | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $4,206 | $324 | 13 |
| The Golf Club at Quail Ridge LLC | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $4,097 | $273 | 15 |
| USPS | — | United States Postal Service | 27330 | — | 1 | $4,088 | $1,022 | 4 |
| Alternative Care Treatment Systems-Lee Harnet | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $3,977 | $497 | 8 |
| TM Properties | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $3,895 | $325 | 12 |
| Hampton Inn (Alishan Hospitality, Inc.) | — | Hilton Worldwide | 27330 | — | 1 | $3,610 | $1,203 | 3 |
| Victor & Associates/Harmony House | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $3,506 | $319 | 11 |
| West Sanford Christian Child Care Center | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $2,889 | $413 | 7 |
| Sequoia Residential Facility | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $2,233 | $372 | 6 |
| Quick Mart | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $1,956 | $244 | 8 |
| Quiznos Subs | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $1,238 | $1,238 | 1 |
| Baymont Inn & Suites | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $1,208 | $403 | 3 |
| Fastee Mart | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $1,142 | $285 | 4 |
| Ashewood Estates | — | — | 27330 | — | 2 | $683 | $53 | 13 |
| Center for Behavioral Healthcare, P.A. | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $634 | $159 | 4 |
| Church of God of Prophecy Day Care | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $582 | $291 | 2 |
| Scrubbin' Board III | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $469 | $94 | 5 |
| Compare Foods | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $455 | $455 | 1 |
| Holiday Inn Express-Sanford | — | IHG | 27331 | — | 1 | $362 | $91 | 4 |
| Industrial Housekeeping Services, Inc. | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $239 | $239 | 1 |
| JT Auto Mart | — | — | 27332 | — | 1 | $188 | $188 | 1 |
| Smoke and Barrel | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $122 | $24 | 5 |
| Papa John's #1362 | — | — | 27330 | — | 1 | $119 | $24 | 5 |
| Holiday Inn Express | — | IHG | 27330 | — | 1 | $28 | $28 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sanford
83 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 1HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 1922 HENLEY RD |
| 431 GLOBAL MINISTRIES | 1309 HERMITAGE RD |
| AL HAMID ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF SANFORD | 403 W MAKEPEACE ST |
| ALWAYS FAITHFUL RANCH INC | 101 ALSTON HOUSE RD |
| ASSEMBLY CARE MINISTRIES INC | 500 WESTOVER DRIVE 13250 |
| ATKINSON INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES AIM INCORPORATED | 136 WATEREDGE LN |
| BETHANY SPRINGS CHURCH OF THE BRIDE | ROUTE 4 BOX 819 |
| BETHEL ENSEMBLE | 254 LAKEVIEW DR |
| BODY OF CHRIST OUTREACH MINISTRY INCORPORATED | 6081 LEMON SPRINGS RD |
| CALLING ALL CLAY POTS CORP | 386 VALLEY PINE LN |
| CHRIST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE | 2233 LOWER MONCURE RD |
| CHRIST CHURCH SANFORD | 5721 QUAIL RIDGE DR |
| CHRISTIAN FAITH MINISTRIES INC | 3110 CAMERON DR |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER | 1304 S VANCE ST |
| CHURCH OF CHRIST OF SANFORD | PO BOX 3731 |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE | 628 SCOTT AVE |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE | 2277 S PLANK RD |
| CHURCHES IN MISSIONS INC | 231 PALACE DR |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN EMPOWERMENT CENTER | 1037 SAN LEE DR |
| CREATED 2 SERVE | 11 TRACEWAY |
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What is the population of Sanford?
Sanford has a population of 30,833 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 929 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Sanford expensive to live in?
Sanford 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 $54,294, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Sanford safe?
Sanford is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 265 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,402 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sanford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sanford?
Sanford 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 Sanford?
The job market in Sanford is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / 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 23 minutes, and 5.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sanford?
The median home value in Sanford is $222,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,734. For renters, the median monthly rent is $965. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 52.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,196.
How are the schools in Sanford?
Schools in Sanford score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.4% of adults in Sanford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Sanford?
The obesity rate in Sanford is 39.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.0% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 18.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,944.
What is transportation like in Sanford?
The average commute in Sanford is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sanford?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sanford is 52.5% White, 24.3% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 71.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.6% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 82.6% have health insurance coverage.
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