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Goldsboro, NC
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Goldsboro, NC
At a Glance
How Goldsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Goldsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Goldsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Goldsboro residents earn a median household income of $47,005 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,241. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 380 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Goldsboro is $173,700 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $190,422. Median rent is $956/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Goldsboro reports 783 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 106% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,824/100K. The murder rate is 5.9/100K.
Education
21.4% of adults in Goldsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Goldsboro has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.