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Living in
Anderson Creek.
Anderson Creek is an unincorporated community in Harnett County, NC. It has no city government: the county runs it, and the Census counts it as its own place.
About
Life in Anderson Creek
This fast-growing community of about 14,000 people sits just seven miles north of Fort Bragg, and military presence shapes much of life here—it drives the local economy, brings a steady stream of relocating families, and keeps the job market relatively stable even when other areas struggle. But Anderson Creek is far more than a military town; it's a sprawling, still-developing area split almost evenly between urban and rural neighborhoods, which means your experience depends heavily on which part you choose. The median household income hovers around $86,661 with an unemployment rate of just 3.9%, and housing is genuinely affordable compared to the Research Triangle—median home prices sit at $282,200 and rent averages $1,248 a month, making it a realistic option for families and professionals who'd otherwise price themselves out of the region.
Anderson Creek at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
31.0 yrs
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Foreign-Born
7.2%
Broadband Internet
83.4%
of households
Median household income
Demographics7.2% foreign-born, most often from Germany
Who lives in Anderson Creek: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Anderson Creek, the largest foreign-born group is from Germany (16.9%), and 11.4% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
32.2%
of residents
65 and Older
7.4%
of residents
Households with Kids
46.9%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
20.7%
of households
Married Couples
56.0%
of households
Avg Household Size
3.04
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent about average for NC
Rent, home values, and income in Anderson Creek
Rent and home values here are close to the NC average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
43.1%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
17.0%
spending 50%+
Median Property Tax
$1,881
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
70.5%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
2005
median year built
Vacant Homes
12.6%
of housing units
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for NC
Unemployment in Anderson Creek
Unemployment in Harnett County, which includes Anderson Creek, is close to the NC average.
Unemployment rate
Anderson Creek: Harnett County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Harnett County (county-wide) · Annual averages
What Anderson Creek Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute34.5 min avg
How Anderson Creek residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Anderson Creek, most residents drive alone to work (85%), and 44% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 20 mi
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field (FAY)
Regional airport · few flights168k passengers boarded in 2025
- 42 mi
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Medium hub7.7M passengers boarded in 2025
- 114 mi
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Major hub25.9M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 17% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in the area policed by the Harnett County Sheriff's Office, which covers Anderson Creek, runs 17% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
274.2
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,249.9
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Policed by Harnett County Sheriff's Office (county-wide rate)
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 13 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Low
75.3 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Harnett County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Harnett County, which includes Anderson Creek, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 13 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | Thunderstorm Wind | $34,000 |
| 2024 | 3 | Thunderstorm Wind | $31,000 |
| 2023 | 7 | Thunderstorm Wind | $104,000 |
| 2022 | 13 | Thunderstorm Wind | $867,000 |
| 2021 | 9 | Thunderstorm Wind | $37,500 |
| 2020 | 13 | Thunderstorm Wind | $1.6M |
| 2019 | 7 | Thunderstorm Wind | $540,500 |
| 2018 | 21 | Thunderstorm Wind | $8.8M |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Harnett County, county-wide
Air Quality44 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Cumberland County, NC (the nearest EPA-monitored county, about 17 miles from Anderson Creek) is typically good — 251 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
44
Good Days
251
per year
Moderate Days
114
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Nearest EPA monitor county: Cumberland County, NC (17 mi away)
Climate88°F summers, 31°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Anderson Creek has warm summers (avg high 88°F) and cold winters (avg low 31°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
73°/47°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
88°/67°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
74°/49°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
54°/31°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
48.9"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Hot Days/Year
54
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
77
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
103
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53°F | 29°F | 3.11" |
| Feb | 55°F | 31°F | 2.77" |
| Mar | 64°F | 38°F | 3.24" |
| Apr | 73°F | 46°F | 3.65" |
| May | 80°F | 57°F | 3.99" |
| Jun | 87°F | 65°F | 4.73" |
| Jul | 90°F | 69°F | 6.59" |
| Aug | 88°F | 68°F | 4.41" |
| Sep | 83°F | 62°F | 4.63" |
| Oct | 74°F | 49°F | 3.21" |
| Nov | 64°F | 37°F | 2.85" |
| Dec | 55°F | 32°F | 3.46" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Anderson Creek
Uninsured
6.9%
of residents
No hospitals inside Anderson Creek's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Fayetteville Nc VA Medical Center
Acute Care - Veterans Administration · 13.6 mi away · Fayetteville
Good Hope Hospital, Inc.
Psychiatric · 14.2 mi away · Erwin
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education17.0:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Anderson Creek
Anderson Creek's student/teacher ratio is 17.0:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 35.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
5
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
35.0%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.0:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Anderson Creek (within 15 miles)
Public · 4-year · 5,762 students · in-state tuition $4,412 · 51% graduate · median earnings $47,125 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,448 students · in-state tuition $43,174 · 41% graduate · median earnings $54,558 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Moores Creek National Battlefield, 73 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Anderson Creek
Anderson Creek has 2 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Moores Creek National Battlefield (73 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Moores Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
73 mi awayGuilford Courthouse National Military Park
National Military Park
78 mi awayPublic Libraries in Anderson Creek
Anderson Creek Public Library
914 Anderson Creek School Rd, Bunnlevel
Cities Near Anderson Creek
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to Anderson Creek?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
Anderson Creek FAQ
Is Anderson Creek, North Carolina affordable?⌄
Anderson Creek's median rent is $1,251/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $87,287/year. Median home value is $282,200.
Is Anderson Creek, North Carolina safe?⌄
Anderson Creek is policed by the Harnett County Sheriff's Office, whose violent crime rate across its service area was 274 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1250 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Anderson Creek, North Carolina?⌄
Harnett County, which includes Anderson Creek, has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Anderson Creek, North Carolina?⌄
The cost of living in Anderson Creek is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,251/month and median household income is $87,287/year. The median home value is $282,200. About 43% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Anderson Creek, North Carolina?⌄
The average commute in Anderson Creek is 35 minutes, which is longer than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from