Hampstead, North Carolina is a small town located in Pender County with a population of around 1,500 people. Despite its size, the area offers a variety of transportation options for visitors and residents alike. The most popular form of public transportation in Hampstead is the Wave Transit Bus System, which provides reliable and affordable service to the town and the surrounding areas. This bus system also connects to Wilmington, NC and other nearby towns such as Burgaw and Wallace. Additionally, there are two taxi companies – Bright Taxi and Coastal Cab – that offer door-to-door service throughout Hampstead and the nearby communities. For those who prefer to drive themselves, there are several rental car companies located in the area including Enterprise Rent-a-Car and Hertz Local Edition. Finally, there are numerous bike trails throughout Hampstead which offer scenic routes for cyclists of all ages to explore the beauty of Pender County. With these various options available, travel within and around Hampstead is convenient for both locals and visitors alike.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Hampstead takes 26.5 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Hampstead get to work:
- 86.1% drive their own car alone
- 5.8% carpool with others
- 5.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit