Amtrak stops in Roanoke Rapids and Rocky Mount. The town and county tax rates are modest and competitive with other areas. Sewer and water facilities can be made available to new industry through planned expansion of existing facilities. A sewer and water plant owned by Cummins Diesel and J.I. Case Industries is six miles away in Whitakers, N. C., which illustrates the desirability of the area for industrial development. The area is a desirable one for industrial development, evidenced by the Cummins Diesel Engine plant in Whitakers and the Safelite plant in Enfield.
Housing is available in all price ranges, with apartments and homes available for rent.
Desirable lots and contractors are readily available to provide for Enfield s future residential growth. Medical needs for Enfield residents are handled by two local doctors and a dentist. Hospital and emergency care is available at three major hospitals less than twenty minutes from Enfield. A local development corporation has been active in helping industries to locate here and stands ready to assist future prospects. Public and private education is available.