Red Oak, NC is an unincorporated community located in Northampton County in the state of North Carolina. According to BestPlaces, Red Oak has a livability score of 53 out of 100 which is considered below average and ranks it way down in their rankings of cities and towns. The overall cost of living index is relatively high at 96 out of 100, but there are great amenities available for the residents such as grocery stores, restaurants and parks. In terms of crime rate, Red Oak rates slightly better with a score of 52 out of 100 but still lower than the national average. Education is also rated with a score of 46. Red Oak does offer some other advantages over many other places such as its proximity to major cities like Raleigh and Durham as well as its low cost of living.
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