Home Value
$103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Greensboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population162
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density1,473/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,870
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute35 min
Housing
Home Value$103,100
Rent$733
Ownership94.4%
Rent Burden42.5%
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation995 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+89.9%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute35 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5
Is Greensboro a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greensboro receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Greensboro faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greensboro is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Greensboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Greensboro has a population of 162 with a density of 1,473 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Greensboro vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Greensboro vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Greensboro is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Greensboro vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,870 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,262 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 893 |
| County GDP | $2,018M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 95 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Greensboro is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). 94.4% of homes are owner-occupied.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,100 |
| 63% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 42.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 94.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.4% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.82% |
In Greensboro, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greensboro vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,369/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
Crime Rates: Greensboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Greensboro has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.4 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 995 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,473/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8785°N, 85.4640°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County FIPS | 18065 |