Dunn Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Dunn, located in Harnett County, NC, has a 2022 estimated population of about 8,900 residents. The median age is around 41 years. Females make up 54% of the population, males 46%. Racially, Dunn is 48% White, 37% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and 10% Hispanic or Latino. The city also includes small percentages of Native American and mixed-race individuals.

Dunn, in Harnett County, NC, has a homeownership rate of about 47%, with median home values around $185,000 as of early 2024. Rental rates average $1,050 per month. The city offers a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and some apartments, with neighborhoods like Plainview and Central Dunn being popular. Property values have risen roughly 6% year-over-year. Median property taxes are low, about $1,000 annually. The market remains competitive, appealing to both first-time buyers and renters seeking affordability compared to nearby Fayetteville and Raleigh.

Dunn, in Harnett County, NC, has several public schools including Dunn Elementary, Wayne Avenue Elementary, and Triton High School, which serves over 1,300 students with a graduation rate near 85%. There are no colleges in the city, but nearby Campbell University offers bachelor's programs. About 83% of adults hold a high school diploma, while 13% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are average, and educational programs include Advanced Placement and career prep tracks. Harnett County Schools overall has a 2023 Niche academic rating of C+.

Dunn, located in Harnett County, NC, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with 90% of residents commuting by car and less than 0.5% using public transportation. The average one-way commute is about 22 minutes, slightly below the national average. Dunn lacks extensive public transit options, and vehicle ownership rates are high, with over 92% of households owning at least one car. Major employment hubs include local healthcare, education, and manufacturing centers, with many commuting to nearby cities such as Fayetteville and Raleigh via I-95 and US-421, which serve as the city’s main transportation arteries.

Dunn, in Harnett County, NC, is served by Betsy Johnson Hospital, a 101-bed facility offering emergency and surgical services, alongside several clinics such as Dunn Family Practice and Harnett Health Urgent Care. Approximately 13% of Dunn residents lack health insurance, compared to the state average of 10%. The city’s population is about 45% White, 39% Black, and 10% Hispanic, with higher rates of diabetes (14%) and hypertension (34%) than state averages. Primary care physician density is 1.2 per 10,000 residents, indicating moderate access, but transportation remains a barrier for some patients.