Godwin, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Godwin is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 170.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
170 Population 254/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,864 per capita
$158,000 Home Value $231,256 Zillow
$546 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $158,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $546
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Godwin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population170
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,864
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$24,445M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$158,000
Rent$546
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,256
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Elevation145 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries8

Is Godwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Godwin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Godwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Godwin is $158,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Godwin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Godwin has a population of 170 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.2%), with 41.8% White.

Population

170
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Godwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Godwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Godwin is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Godwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$58,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,402
County GDP$24,445M

Business (County)

Restaurants758
Healthcare805
Retail1,077
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Godwin is $158,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $546 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,256.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,000
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,256

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$546
53% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,018
15% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Godwin, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Godwin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death12,884/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities805

Crime Rates: Godwin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Godwin has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation145 ft (44 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates35.2171°N, 78.6843°W
County FIPS37051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.46
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities805
Restaurants758
Retail Stores1,077

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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