Maryland · Metropolitan Area
Goldsboro is a small town in Maryland with a population of 259. Residents earn $39,643 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Goldsboro receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Goldsboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Goldsboro is $39,643, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Goldsboro is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,639 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Goldsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 55.2% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 44.8% |
| 234% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,643 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $13,608 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,091 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 38.8% |
| 213% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,852 |
| County GDP | $11,652M |
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 567 |
| Retail | 651 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,678 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
| Commute Time | 35.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $204,200 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $319,933 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,639 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,678 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.0% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.2% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 65.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,078/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 567 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.6 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 13.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 51 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 332/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0300°N, 75.7810°W |
| County FIPS | 10001 |
Winner: Democrat by 2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.9% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 49.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 332/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 76.0% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 567 |
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Retail Stores | 651 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Avg Commute | 35.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |