Affordable Storage in Aberdeen

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About Aberdeen, NC

Aberdeen is a small town in Moore County. The 2020 census determined the population to be 8,516. The population increased from 6,350 in 2010, which was about a 30% growth over the decade.

In 1745, emigrants came from Scotland to settle in this area. The abundant pine forests were a source of cut timber that was transported down the Cape Fear River to Wilmington, North Carolina. During the American Revolution, the locals mostly supported the British side.

Things went from bad to worse during the Civil War. About 1,500 of the residents were Confederate soldiers. One-third of them died in the fighting. It took until 1877 for a post office to be established at Blue’s Crossing, which was the town’s name before Aberdeen. It was another 11 years before Aberdeen became an official town.

The Raleigh and August Air Line Railroad connected the area to the rest of America. The freight trains were used to transport timber. In the early 20th century, tobacco farming became the main driver of the local economy, and the rails carried tobacco products along with timber.

In contemporary times, the city is best known for the Pinehurst Golf Resort. Tourists enjoy this part of North Carolina. It is a favorite town for retirees.

What to do in Aberdeen, NC

Aberdeen is right in the middle of the state and is surrounded by mostly pine forests.

• Features: Aberdeen Lake Park is in the center of this lovely town. The Sandhill Nature Preserve is a state park that has the Weymouth Woods with hiking trails and things for kids to do.
• Events: This little town celebrates all the national holidays with parades down Main Street and community festivities. There is a weekly Farmer’s Market.
• Museums: The Taxidermy Hall of Fame and the Malcolm Blue Farm Museum are nice to visit.
• Destination: Reservoir Park is about a ten-minute drive north. This large lake has terrific camping sites, boating, and fishing. Near the Reservoir Park are the Sandhill Horticultural Gardens.

Working in Aberdeen, NC

The local economy depends on healthcare, hospitality, education, and retail. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is lower than in other parts of the United States. The median household income is $62,264 per year, which is about $7,000 lower than the American average of $69,021. The economy is growing faster than the national average. Aberdeen's predicted job growth rate for the next decade is 40.3%, compared to the national rate of 33.5%.

The industries offering the most jobs are healthcare (9.0%), public administration (8.5%), education (7.0%), administrative services/waste management (6.1%), construction (5.5%), hospitality (5.4%), and religious organizations (5.2%).

Aberdeen, NC Neighborhoods

There are only two neighborhoods in this little town: Downtown Aberdeen / Midtown on the north side and Aberdeen South on the south side.

Here are the details about these neighborhoods.

• Downtown Aberdeen / Midtown: This nice neighborhood is on the north side of the town. If you continue going north, you will run into the town of Southern Pines. It has a median real estate price of $349,101. This price is higher than 64.6% of North Carolina.  This is a well-established neighborhood, with most homes built before 1999 and a few built after 2,000. Rental homes are available for an average of $1,473 monthly. The vacancy rate is 9.7%, so you must look around to find a nice place to rent, and you can usually find something suitable available.
• Aberdeen South: This nice neighborhood is north of the city. The median real estate price is $290,667. Apartments and homes are available to rent for $1,423 per month. The vacancy rate is high at 14.8%, so finding a place to rent in this area is easy.  Some homes are owner-occupied. However, many single-family homes are available to rent. There are also townhouses and mobile homes found in this area. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with a few built after 2,000.

Aberdeen, NC School District

The public school district is the Moore County Schools. The school district spends $10,160 each year per student. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16 to one.

There are five private schools in the Aberdeen/Southern Pines area. The top three private schools are The O’Neal School (PK to 12th), Episcopal Day School (PK to 5th), and Calvary Christian School (PK to 12th).

The public two-year school, Sandhills Community College, is the only school for higher education in town. There are 18 other schools within a 50-mile radius. The public four-year Fayetteville State University is about 30 miles from Aberdeen.

Moving to Aberdeen, NC Resource Guide

Aberdeen’s municipal government consists of an elected mayor and five people who are the Town Commissioners.

The Aberdeen Parks & Recreation Department manages the public parks, including the Lake Park, and the recreational centers. There are programs at various times of the year for kids, adults, and those 60+ years old.

The other facilities managed by the town are Malcolm Blue Farm, Berkley Park, Colonial Heights Park, Main Street Park, Ray's Mill Park, and Sharpe Park.

Aberdeen, NC Housing

The median home price in Aberdeen is $384,900 and is trending down, losing -6.6% year-over-year. It is a balanced market with about the same number of homes listed for sale as the number of interested buyers.

The cost of living in Aberdeen earns an A- rating on Areavibes. It is 1% lower than other cities in North Carolina and 7% lower than the national average for the rest of America.