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Whiteville, NC

North Carolina · Columbus County

Whiteville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,721. Residents earn $38,004 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,721 Population 849/sq mi density
$38,004 Median Income $25,571 per capita
$173,100 Home Value $187,484 Zillow
$718 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
1,461 Violent Crime/100K 9,535 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,004 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$173,100 home value, $718/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,461 violent crimes/100K (285% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $38,004
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,100
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,461/100K
285% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,721
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density849/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,004
Per Capita$25,571
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$1,918M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$173,100
Rent$718
Ownership46.2%
Zillow$187,484
Housing Units2,188
Rent Burden32.4%

Crime

F
Violent1,461/100K
Property9,535/100K
Murder37.5/100K
Assault1,199/100K
Burglary1,649/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking18.3%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.15

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Whiteville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiteville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Whiteville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiteville is $38,004, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiteville is $173,100, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,461 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,535 per 100,000, 387% above the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiteville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°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 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Whiteville has a population of 4,721 with a density of 849 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (49.1%), with 41.3% White, 5.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,721
Total Population
849
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiteville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiteville is $38,004, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,571 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $921, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,217 business establishments, including 94 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whiteville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,004
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,571
Avg Weekly Wage$921
IRS Avg AGI$53,403
Gini Index0.475 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$1,918M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare148
Retail192
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiteville is $173,100, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,484. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% 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. 46.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,188 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $3,405. 32.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,484

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg
Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership46.2%
Owner-Occupied46.2%
Renter-Occupied53.8%
Housing Units2,188
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Whiteville, 42.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 40.4% have high blood pressure. 18.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,505. The dentist ratio is 1:3,563. 38.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.1%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,505
Dentists1:3,563
Mental Health1:597
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death16,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities148
Whiteville has a violent crime rate of 1,461 per 100,000 residents, 285% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,199.0 per 100,000, robbery at 187.3, rape at 37.5. The murder rate is 37.5 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 9,535 per 100,000, 387% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 7,531, burglary at 1,649, vehicle theft at 356 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Whiteville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,461.2/100K
285% above US avg
Murder37.5/100K
495% above US avg
Rape37.5/100K
Robbery187.3/100K
Assault1,199.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property9,535.4/100K
387% above US avg
Burglary1,648.6/100K
Theft7,530.9/100K
Vehicle Theft355.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents75
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Whiteville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°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 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density849/sq mi
Coordinates34.3305°N, 78.7014°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbus County County
Nearest AirportLumberton Regional (LBT)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"
34% above US avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.10"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability88.3 / 100
Community Resilience23.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Jan 29, 1994 12 km NNE of Alcolu, South Carolina M2.9 144 km
Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 117 km
Jul 29, 2012 7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 124 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 51 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 127 km
2018 Florence Category 2 46 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 84 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 127 km
2011 Irene Category 1 186 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 121 km
2004 Alex Category 2 185 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 170 km
2004 Charley Category 1 59 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 225 km
1999 Irene Category 2 159 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 88 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 194 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 92 km
1996 Fran Category 3 55 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 83 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 275 km
1991 Bob Category 2 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

404 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 56 fatalities, 1,458 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 7, 1995 EF4 64 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 89 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 90 km 3
Apr 8, 1957 EF4 60 km 0
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 50 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 86 km 2
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 42 km 8
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 58 km 12
May 20, 1980 EF3 78 km 0
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 86 km 2
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 71 km 0
Nov 24, 1967 EF3 65 km 0
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 56 km 0
Aug 29, 1964 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 80 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 20 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 64 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 100 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 55 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (77,768 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 77,768 94 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 96 km
2009 HIGHWAY 31 17,004 60 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 85 km
1997 UNNAMED 3,111 95 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 94 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 56 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 56 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 94 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 67 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 82 km
2007 LONGBRANCH-ROBESON COMPLEX 1,944 40 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,870 92 km
2010 UNNAMED 1,683 93 km
2002 LEGENDS 1,666 71 km
2016 CLEMMONS ROAD 1,468 61 km
1990 UNNAMED 1,335 86 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,319 68 km
2011 WOLF ISLAND 1,310 90 km
2022 JUNIPER ROAD TWO 1,307 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in
April 62°F (16°C) 2.9 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
June 76°F (25°C) 5.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in

Whiteville has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (2.8").

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Whiteville is located in Columbus County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.7% of the vote, a 33.9-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 148 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents75
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.15
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density849/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi
CountyColumbus County County

Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Avg Download Speed122.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants94
Retail Stores192

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%
Average costs for common services in Whiteville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

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

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

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

Pets

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

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$603
Toddler$585
Preschool$502
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$487
Toddler$411
Preschool$394
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Columbus County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,592 169 $43,810 1.25
Retail Trade 1,933 193 $30,284 1.34
Manufacturing 1,591 36 $71,517 1.34
Accommodation & Food Services 1,162 96 $18,767 0.88
Administrative & Waste Services 1,032 62 $39,725 1.21
Construction 506 113 $55,883 0.67
Finance & Insurance 484 51 $55,405 0.82
Other Services 282 101 $40,480 0.65
Real Estate 162 39 $43,433 0.72
Educational Services 46 7 $25,651 0.15
Arts & Entertainment 42 12 $18,496 0.17
Information & Technology 41 15 $35,593 0.15

Colleges & Universities in Whiteville

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Southeastern Community College Public · Associate 1,848 $2,600 $8,744

Hospitals in Whiteville

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
COLUMBUS REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM Acute Care Hospitals 1/5 Yes (910) 642-8011

Schools in Whiteville

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville (Charter) Elementary 879 26 33.8:1
Whiteville High High 662 43 15.4:1
Williams Township Elementary 644 43 15.0:1
Whiteville Primary Elementary 501 35 14.3:1
Central Middle Middle 462 35 13.2:1
Edgewood Elementary Elementary 454 35 13.0:1
Old Dock Elementary Elementary 294 19 15.5:1
Columbus Career and College Academy High 249 13 19.2:1
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Radio Stations near Whiteville

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WVCO - 94.9 The Surf beach, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Whiteville

18 national parks and monuments found near Whiteville.

ParkTypeFee
Bald Head Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Carolina Beach State Park State Park Free
Carver's Creek State Park State Park Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park State Park Free
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area State Park Free
Huntington Beach State Park State Park Free
Lake Waccamaw State Park State Park Free
Little Pee Dee State Park State Park Free
Lumber River State Park State Park Free
Lumber State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Myrtle Beach State Park State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area State Park Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free

Museums in Whiteville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LAKE WACCAMAW DEPOT MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM205 FLEMINGTON DRIVE9106461992$51,678
VINELAND STATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION701 S MADISON STREET9106423157$48,015
BLADENBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9108634707
CHADBOURN DEPOT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9106546269
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF FORESTRYGENERAL MUSEUM9109144185
UPSTAIRS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Whiteville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
COLUMBUS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY407 N JK POWELL BLVD0.0109,163

Farmers Markets in Whiteville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bladen County Farmers MarketHighway 701 South
Columbus County Community Farmers Market, Inc.132 Government Complex Road05/14/2016 to 12/10/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Whiteville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quality Inn Whiteville North

Restaurants in Whiteville

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cruzers Drive Thru
Dale's Seafood
Marks Seafood n' Steak House
San Jose Mexican Restaurant
San Juan Mexican Restaurant
Southern Sizzler
Zeko's Italian Restaurant

Cafes in Whiteville

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ivy's Cafe

Clinics in Whiteville

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whiteville Urgent Care North

Gas Stations in Whiteville

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marathon
Marathon
Marathon
Shell
Speedway

Banks in Whiteville

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CresCom Bank
First Bank
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank
State Employees Credit Union
Truist

Gyms in Whiteville

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Body Shapers Gym & Fitness

Golf Courses in Whiteville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whiteville Country Club

Nursing Homes in Whiteville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
SHORELAND HLTH CARE & RETIREME
200 FLOWER-PRIDGEN DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 89 68 2/5 1/5 3/5 9106424300
LIBERTY COMMONS N&R CTR OF COLUMBUS CTY
1402 PINCKNEY STREET
For profit - Individual 107 89 1/5 1/5 2/5 9106424245

Pharmacies in Whiteville

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BALDWIN WOODS PHARMACY 607 JEFFERSON STREET 910-642-8141
CVS - 7570 902 NORTH JK POWELL BOULEVARD 910-642-0194
GUITONS DRUG STORE 801 SOUTH MADISON STREET 910-642-4188
MCNEILLS PHARMACY / LIBERTY MEDICAL SPECIALTIES 612 JEFFERSON STREET 910-642-3009
RITE AID - 11529 1728 SOUTH MADISON STREET 910-641-4047
THE MEDICAP PHARMACY 700 JEFFERSON STREET 910-640-1700
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1268 200 COLUMBUS CORNERS DRIVE 910-640-1893
WALGREENS - 9898 803 NORTH JK POWELL BOULEVARD 910-640-0900

EV Charging Stations in Whiteville

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Whiteville3524 Chadbourn HighwayCHARGEUP2J1772public

Cell Towers in Whiteville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
New Britain 5044 WHITEVILLE ROAD NWTOWER99

Fire Stations in Whiteville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
North Whiteville Volunteer Fire Department747 Peacock RDVolunteer910-778-1651
Old Dock / Cypress Creek Volunteer Fire Department10635 New Britton HWY EVolunteer910-640-2203
White Marsh-Welches Creek Community Volunteer Fire Department45 Millie Christine RDVolunteer910-642-6884
Whiteville Fire Department120 E Columbus STMostly volunteer910-642-3112
Williams Township Community Fire Department1655 F M Cartret RoadVolunteer910-653-6447

Power Plants Near Whiteville

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
MCKENZIE FARMSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-78.7OP
MILL POND SOLAR FARM, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-78.7OP
WHITEVILLE SOLAR 2SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-78.7CN
CHADBOURN FARMSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-78.8OP

Bridges in Whiteville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19724417,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197420016,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197420016,500F
Tee BeamConcrete195317016,000F
Tee BeamConcrete195511315,500F
SlabConcrete continuous196113311,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous19622411,000F
Tee BeamConcrete19211639,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721888,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721888,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19831937,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19831897,750G
CulvertConcrete continuous1962255,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19742523,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19723533,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19743062,800F
CulvertConcrete1962212,100F
SlabPrestressed concrete20141332,100G
SlabPrestressed concrete20091252,000G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron2005341,900G
SlabPrestressed concrete2015971,200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2012801,100G
SlabPrestressed concrete200252650G
SlabPrestressed concrete201892250G

Correctional Facilities in Whiteville

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
COLUMBUS CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION1255 PRISON CAMP RDSTATE584698OPEN
COLUMBUS COUNTY JAIL805 WASHINGTON STCOUNTY145192OPEN

Airports Near Whiteville

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Myrtle Beach International AirportMYRLarge Airport
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis FieldFAYMedium Airport
Grand Strand AirportCREMedium Airport
Lumberton Regional AirportLBTMedium Airport
Adams AirportSmall Airport
Allens AirportSmall Airport
Bear Pen AirportSmall Airport
Bladenboro AirportSmall Airport
Brocks AirportSmall Airport
Buie FieldSmall Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field AirportSmall Airport
Carolina Bay AirportSmall Airport
Champion UAS Launch and Recovery SiteSmall Airport
Cherry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Columbus County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Conway Horry County AirportSmall Airport
Cox FieldSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Dillon County AirportDLLSmall Airport
Dublin FieldSmall Airport
Duplin County AirportSmall Airport
E T FieldSmall Airport
Elkins FieldSmall Airport
Grays Creek AirportSmall Airport
Green Sea AirportSmall Airport
Hall FieldSmall Airport
Henderson FieldSmall Airport
Highsmith AirportSmall Airport
Laurinburg Maxton AirportMXESmall Airport
Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Mitchell FieldSmall Airport
Mynatt FieldSmall Airport
Myrtle Beach Hardee AirparkSmall Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
P K AirparkSmall Airport
Price AirportSmall Airport
Raeford West AirportSmall Airport
Rocking A Farm AirportSmall Airport
Safe FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Mere-Eglise Drop Zone AirstripSmall Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Southern Comforts AerodromeSmall Airport
Strickland FieldSmall Airport
Tailwinds AirportSmall Airport
Triple F AirparkSmall Airport
Twin City AirportSmall Airport
Twin Oak AirportSmall Airport
Viking AirportSmall Airport
Winnabow AirportSmall Airport
Yonder AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Whiteville

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bladenboro Police Department
Chadbourn Police Department
Columbus County Sheriff's Administration
Columbus County Sheriff's Office
Lake Waccamaw Police Department
North Carolina State Highway Patrol917 Washington Street
Tabor City Police Department
Whiteville Police Department

Grocery Stores in Whiteville

20 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bargain SnatchersGrocery Store38 Hill Plz
CVS PHARMACY 7570Other902 N JK Powell Blvd
Dollar General 17617Other2448 James B White Hwy N
DOLLAR GENERAL 6017Other303 N Duval St
Family Dollar 4237Other204 N JK Powell Blvd
FOOD LION 1606Supermarket36 Northfield Ctr
Hall SeafoodSpecialty Store500 S Lee St
Hills Food Store #18 18Supermarket252 N JK Powell Blvd
Minuteman Food Mart 20Convenience Store1105 N JK Powell Blvd
Minuteman Food Mart 48Convenience Store270 Washington St
Minuteman Food Mart 64Convenience Store207 N JK Powell Blvd
Nieman Market #001Specialty Store900 S Madison St
Robinson ProduceSpecialty Store607 N JK Powell Blvd
Roses 608Other1326 S Madison St
Sam's Pit Stop Inc. 67Convenience Store531 Jefferson St
Service Plus 1Convenience Store2475 James B White Hwy N
Sun-do Whiteville Travel PlazaConvenience Store125 Union Valley Road
The Millie MartConvenience Store2031 Millie Christine Rd
Tienda Latina La BendicionGrocery Store1006 N JK Powell Blvd
Walgreens 9898Other803 N JK Powell Blvd

Post Offices in Whiteville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Whiteville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Whiteville

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
H and H Mental Health Associates PLLCSubstance Abuse910-640-1830
RHA Health ServicesSubstance Abuse910-613-0900

DOL Wage Violations in Whiteville

27 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $596,954 in back wages owed to 370 employees.

27
Violations
$596,954
Back Wages Owed
370
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
RHA Health Services SIGNIFICANT RHA Health Services 28472 1 $283,249 $5,665 50
Star Housekeeping & Landscaping Services, LLC 28472 1 $65,189 $988 66
Duncan Painting and Wallpaper 28472 1 $35,345 $2,356 15
Carolinas Home Care 28472 1 $33,651 $1,202 28
Advantage Behavioral Healthcare-Whiteville 28472 1 $19,665 $2,809 7
Columbus County MEDAC/EMS 28472 1 $18,095 $1,064 17
New Direction 28472 1 $17,684 $1,263 14
Horace Cox Trucking 28472 2 $16,742 $429 39
Carolinas Home Care Agency, Inc. 28472 1 $15,485 $3,097 5
Columbus County. First Transit 28472 1 $14,106 $882 16
Waffle International 28472 1 $13,603 $850 16
Burkhead Group Home 28472 1 $13,481 $2,247 6
Badcock Home Furniture & More 28472 1 $9,739 $885 11
COASTAL TEMPORARY SERVICES INC 28472 1 $8,551 $4,276 2
Community Innovations 28472 1 $8,062 $424 19
Gurganus Milling 28472 1 $7,002 $875 8
Herr, Inc 28472 1 $5,458 $341 16
Pinewood Group Home 28472 1 $3,164 $1,055 3
Carolinas Homecare Agency Inc. 28472 1 $2,172 $2,172 1
Pridgen Brothers Heating and Air 28472 1 $1,568 $196 8
Sibbett Auto Sales 28472 1 $1,261 $420 3
Washington Group Home 28472 1 $1,139 $285 4
Davis Group Home 28472 1 $1,133 $566 2
Farmer's Market, Inc. 28472 1 $919 $153 6
JW Formyduval Diversified Construction 28472 1 $289 $72 4
Campground Group Home 28472 1 $138 $138 1
Jackson & Jackson 28472 1 $62 $21 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whiteville

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABUNDANT LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD5384 JAMES B WHITE HWY S
BRUNSWICK-WACCAMAW MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION600 PINE LOG ROAD
CAROLINA ADVENTIST ACADEMY3710 JAMES B WHITE HWY S
CHURCH OF OBEDIENCE199 FOREST DR W
DIVINE CONNECTION OUTREACH MINISTRY104 JONES PL APT A
ENGAGE LIFE CHURCH386 THOMPSON TOWN RD
FAITH APOSTOLIC CHURCH2422 NEW BRITTON RD HWY 130
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WHITEVILLE INC412 N MADISON ST
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1365
GOSPEL ON WHEELS721 INMAN LAKE RD
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF WHITEVILLERT 5 BOX 96A
HOUSE OF PRAYER HOLINESS MINISTRIES INC4058 SMYRNA RD
IGLESIA EL PEREGRINO5384 JAMES B WHITE HWY S
JERUSALEM TEMPLE FELLOWSHIP DELIVERANCE APOSTOLIC INCPO BOX 1072
JOURNEY CHURCHPO BOX 412
KINGDOM KULTURE1270 PLEASANT PLAINS CHURCH RD
MASJID TAQWA5961 OLD LUMBERTON RD
MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH623 WARRIOR TRL
MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH623 WARRIOR TRL
PITTMANS CHAPEL970 CAMPGROUND RD 155
SPIRITUAL LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH INC1318 GOLF COURSE RD
VICTORY IN JESUS CHURCH SOUTH CAMPUS INCPO BOX 972
WHITEVILLE WORSHIP CENTER INC2672 JAMES B WHITE HWY N
ZION TABERNACLE CHURCH2440 BALDWIN RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whiteville

What is the population of Whiteville?

Whiteville has a population of 4,721 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 849 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Whiteville expensive to live in?

Whiteville 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 $38,004, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $173,100 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Whiteville safe?

Public safety is a concern in Whiteville, with a violent crime rate of 1,461 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,535 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Whiteville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Whiteville?

Whiteville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°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 50.9 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Whiteville?

The job market in Whiteville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $921. There are 1,217 business establishments in the area, including 94 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Whiteville?

The median home value in Whiteville is $173,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,484. For renters, the median monthly rent is $718. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 46.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,405.

How are the schools in Whiteville?

Schools in Whiteville score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.7% of adults in Whiteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Whiteville?

The obesity rate in Whiteville is 42.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.3% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 25.2% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 38.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,505.

What is transportation like in Whiteville?

The average commute in Whiteville is 26 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Whiteville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whiteville is 41.3% White, 49.1% Black or African American, 5.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

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