Goldsboro, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Goldsboro is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,004. Residents earn $84,643 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,004 Population 2,231/sq mi density
$84,643 Median Income $39,232 per capita
$214,900 Home Value
$993 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$84,643 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,900 home value, $993/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,643
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,900
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,004
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density2,231/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,643
Per Capita$39,232
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,900
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation381 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is Goldsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goldsboro receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Goldsboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goldsboro is $84,643, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goldsboro is $214,900, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Goldsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Goldsboro has a population of 1,004 with a density of 2,231 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

1,004
Total Population
2,231
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Goldsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goldsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goldsboro is $84,643, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Goldsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,643
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Goldsboro is $214,900, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,900
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio103.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Goldsboro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Coordinates40.1557°N, 76.7533°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home10.8%

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