Goldsboro, MD

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.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
259 Population 332/sq mi density
$39,643 Median Income $13,608 per capita
$204,200 Home Value $319,933 Zillow
$1,639 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$204,200 home value, $1,639/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,643
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,639
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.8%
213% higher than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age27.1 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,643
Per Capita$13,608
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.8%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$204,200
Rent$1,639
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,933
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation51 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+49.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute35 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Goldsboro a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Goldsboro has a population of 259 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 27.1 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.7%), with 23.6% Hispanic.

Population

259
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
27.1yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Goldsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.2%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.8%
234% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Goldsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goldsboro is $39,643, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Goldsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,643
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,608
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.8%
213% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Goldsboro is $204,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,639 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,933.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,200
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,933

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,639
41% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Goldsboro, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.9%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Goldsboro has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation51 ft (16 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates39.0300°N, 75.7810°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+49.2%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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