Kernersville, NC

North Carolina · Forsyth County · Winston-Salem Metro

Kernersville is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 27,439. Residents earn $69,923 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

27,439 Population 1,434/sq mi density

$69,923 Median Income $39,468 per capita

$264,000 Home Value $321,069 Zillow

$1,052 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent

60°F Avg Temperature

231 Violent Crime/100K 3,177 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$69,923 median income, 3.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$264,000 home value, $1,052/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

231 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)

B+

Education

3.9 / 5.0

36.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $69,923

7% lower than US avg

Home Value $264,000

6% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 231/100K

39% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.2%

7% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,052

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.4%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.8%

6% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.1%

43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27,439

Median Age38.7 yrs

Density1,434/mi²

Male / Female48% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 70%

Veterans7.4%

Economy

Median Income$69,923

Per Capita$39,468

Unemployment3.8%

Poverty7.1%

County GDP$34,373M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$264,000

Rent$1,052

Ownership56.1%

Zillow$321,069

Housing Units12,641

Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

Violent231/100K

Property3,177/100K

Murder7.0/100K

Assault189/100K

Burglary347/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%

Uninsured9.4%

Smoking13.3%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI47 (Good)

Rain44.0 in/yr

Elevation932 ft (284 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+91.6%

Graduate+13.4%

School Score5.42

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%

Commute23 min

Broadband90.8%

EV Stations8

Libraries11

Is Kernersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kernersville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kernersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kernersville is $69,923, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kernersville is $264,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Kernersville is below the national average at 231 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,177 per 100,000, 62% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kernersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.

Kernersville has a population of 27,439 with a density of 1,434 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 11.1% Hispanic, 17.3% Black, 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.1% of residents, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,439

Total Population

2023 Census

1,434

People / sq mi

38.7yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

17.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%

Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kernersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.1%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.1%

25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kernersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kernersville is $69,923, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,468. The average weekly wage is $1,274, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11,366 business establishments, including 868 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kernersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$69,923
	7% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,468
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,274
IRS Avg AGI	$79,492
Gini Index	0.484 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.8%
	6% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.1%
	43% below US avg
Establishments (County)	11,366
County GDP	$34,373M

Business (County)

Restaurants	868
Healthcare	951
Retail	1,353
Manufacturing	295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,117
	46% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.3 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kernersville is $264,000, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,069, higher than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $289,500 with homes selling in an average of 75 days. Homes sell for 98.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 12,641 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $5,117 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$264,000
	6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$321,069
Redfin Median Sale	$289,500
Median List Price	$306,390

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median Sale Price	$289,500
Median List Price	$306,390
$/Sq Ft	$165
Homes Sold	40
Days on Market	75 days
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.2%
Price Drops	27.7%
Inventory	94

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,052
	10% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,690
Rent Burden	26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.1%
Owner-Occupied	56.1%
Renter-Occupied	43.9%
Housing Units	12,641
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,117
	46% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.94%

In Kernersville, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 16.9% report binge drinking. 22.6% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:878. The dentist ratio is 1:1,526. 80.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

27.8

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

36.0

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

3.1

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

112.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.6

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

167.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.4%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	31.6%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.3%
	5% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	22.6%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	17.2%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.6%
Uninsured	9.4%
	9% above US avg
Primary Care	1:878
Dentists	1:1,526
Mental Health	1:256
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	64.4%
Premature Death	9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	80.8%
Healthcare Facilities	951

Kernersville has a violent crime rate of 231 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 189.3 per 100,000, robbery at 24.5, rape at 10.5. The murder rate is 7.0 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,177 per 100,000, 62% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,633, burglary at 347, vehicle theft at 179 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 40 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kernersville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	231.4/100K
	39% below US avg
Murder	7.0/100K
	11% above US avg
Rape	10.5/100K
Robbery	24.5/100K
Assault	189.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,176.5/100K
	62% above US avg
Burglary	347.1/100K
Theft	2,633.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	178.8/100K
Arson	17.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	40
Traffic Accidents	756
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Kernersville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47. 57% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.6°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)

Geography

Elevation	932 ft (284 m)
Area	17.4 sq mi (45.1 km²)
Population Density	1,434/sq mi
Coordinates	36.1062°N, 80.0819°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Forsyth County County
Nearest Airport	Piedmont Triad International (GSO) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"

16% above US avg

Snowfall 7.1"

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.59"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.81"

Air Quality

AQI Median	47.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	57.4%
Unhealthy Days	4

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0478 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	10.8 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.28 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	91.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	39.9 / 100
Community Resilience	62.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 26, 1995	6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia	M3.4	144 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	88 km
May 16, 2009	2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia	M3.0	127 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	144 km
Jan 22, 1995	0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia	M2.9	123 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	142 km
Jul 4, 2009	3 km E of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	150 km
Jul 15, 2021	10 km S of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	142 km
May 12, 2017	6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	147 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	89 km
Aug 18, 2000	2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia	M2.7	121 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	25 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	93 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	148 km
Mar 28, 2001	2 km S of Narrows, Virginia	M2.6	149 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	91 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	103 km
Jun 17, 2023	2 km N of Pembroke, Virginia	M2.6	146 km
Jun 12, 2014	4 km NE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.5	141 km
Mar 28, 2011	2 km S of Pulaski, Virginia	M2.5	119 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Isaias (2020, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Isaias	Category 1	285 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	280 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	286 km
2003	Isabel	Category 1	223 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	287 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	288 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	160 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	256 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	182 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	285 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

251 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 218 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 19, 2019	EF3	85 km	0
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	16 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	30 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	29 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	34 km	2
Nov 23, 1992	EF3	81 km	2
May 5, 1989	EF3	15 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	17 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	56 km	1
Sep 27, 2024	EF2	88 km	0
May 26, 2022	EF2	80 km	0
Mar 23, 2022	EF2	79 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	80 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	83 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF2	30 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	49 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	37 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	72 km	0
Nov 16, 2011	EF2	43 km	2
Mar 28, 2010	EF2	56 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BULL MOUNTAIN (3,300 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	BULL MOUNTAIN	3,300	68 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	77 km
2021	GRINDSTONE	1,106	44 km
2011	LUMBER PLANT	779	85 km
2000	MERRITT CK	750	88 km
2019	ROBEDO SOUTH RX	727	88 km
2018	UNNAMED	665	84 km
2022	PINE ROAD	582	78 km
2022	UNNAMED	579	91 km
2020	UNNAMED	565	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (4°C)	3.4 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	50°F (10°C)	3.7 in
April	59°F (15°C)	3.8 in
May	68°F (20°C)	3.5 in
June	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
July	79°F (26°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.4 in
September	71°F (22°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
October	60°F (16°C)	3.1 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
December	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in

Kernersville has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.8").

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Kernersville is located in Forsyth County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 56% of the vote, a 13.2-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 951 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%

D 56%

Winner: Democrat by 13.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	40
Traffic Accidents	756
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.2%
	7% above US avg
High School+	91.6%
Graduate Degree+	13.4%
School Test Score	5.42

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density	1,434/sq mi
Total Area	17.4 sq mi
County	Forsyth County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.8%
Avg Download Speed	193.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	49.6 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	951
Restaurants	868
Retail Stores	1,353

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.3 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	9.6%

Average costs for common services in Kernersville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141-$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189-$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94-$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754-$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71-$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141-$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24-$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47-$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141-$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19-$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377-$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94-$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47-$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141-$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772-$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377-$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187-$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472-$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715-$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886-$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754-$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189-$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943-$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71-$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14-$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24-$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47-$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83-$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36-$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36-$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83-$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77-$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57-$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75-$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38-$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47-$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71-$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132-$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28-$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54-$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28-$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14-$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566-$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472-$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189-$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377-$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715-$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47-$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19-$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141-$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94-$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$877
Toddler	$731
Preschool	$651
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$815
Toddler	$711
Preschool	$639

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Forsyth County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	43,109	1,208	$72,632	1.56
Retail Trade	22,366	1,370	$40,661	1.16
Accommodation & Food Services	18,281	935	$24,473	1.04
Manufacturing	16,130	349	$77,884	1.02
Administrative & Waste Services	12,537	828	$49,050	1.11
Finance & Insurance	9,036	674	$113,589	1.16
Construction	8,371	1,094	$73,794	0.83
Professional & Technical Services	8,356	1,524	$85,432	0.62
Educational Services	6,916	150	$126,378	1.74
Other Services	5,124	1,070	$41,330	0.88
Management of Companies	4,749	96	$135,514	1.46
Arts & Entertainment	2,853	170	$26,619	0.88
Real Estate	1,958	543	$61,326	0.65
Information & Technology	1,508	244	$85,200	0.42
Unclassified	33	39	$35,300	0.12

Schools in Kernersville

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
East Forsyth High	High	1,655	104	15.9:1
Robert B Glenn High School	High	1,504	86	17.5:1
NC Leadership Charter Academy (Charter)	Other	1,123	58	19.4:1
Southeast Middle	Middle	820	48	17.1:1
East Forsyth Middle School	Middle	763	44	17.3:1
Sedge Garden Elementary	Elementary	734	51	14.4:1
Kernersville Middle	Middle	706	42	16.8:1
Caleb's Creek Elementary	Elementary	669	44	15.2:1
Kernersville Elementary	Elementary	627	49	12.8:1
Piney Grove Elementary	Elementary	605	40	15.1:1
Colfax Elementary	Elementary	579	39	14.8:1
Cash Elementary	Elementary	538	40	13.5:1
Union Cross Traditional Acad	Elementary	495	36	13.8:1

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Radio Stations near Kernersville

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN German	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
WBFJ 89.3 Your Family Statio	adult contemporary, christian	AAC+ 32 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
WCOM- LP 103.5 Carrboro, NC	carrboro, community radio	MP3 120 kbps
WQFS	alternative, americana	MP3 192 kbps
WTOB 980 AM	classic hits	AAC+ 32 kbps
WTOB	at 40, classic hits	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Kernersville

20 national parks and monuments found near Kernersville.

Park	Type	Fee
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Claytor Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Deep River State Trail	State Park	Free
Fairy Stone State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Hanging Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Haw River State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail	State Park	Free
New River Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park	State Park	Free
Smith Mountain Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve	State Park	Free

Trails Near Kernersville

3 trails found near Kernersville.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BIRKHEAD MOUNTAIN	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
THORNBURG	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
THORNBURG	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-

Museums in Kernersville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CHARLOTTE AND PHILIP HANES ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3367585585	$496,807,541
MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM			$496,807,541
REYNOLDA GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3367585593	$496,807,541
REYNOLDA MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART	ART MUSEUM		3367585150	$496,807,541
DARRELL E. SECHREST ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$187,148,415
GUILFORD COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3363162000	$52,007,721
NATURAL SCIENCE CENTER OF GREENSBORO	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		3362883769	$6,199,825
NATURE SCIENCE CENTER OF FORSYTH COUNTY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	400 WEST HANES MILL ROAD	3367676730	$1,287,778
SCIWORKS	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3367676730	$1,287,778
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WINSTON-SALEM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM			$752,928
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR EIGHTEENTH CENTURY STUDIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3367274694	$446,513
KORNER'S FOLLY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3369967922	$308,841
NEW WINSTON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3367242842	$168,839
HISTORIC BETHABARA PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3369248191	$129,497
HIGH POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3368851859	$80,614
HIGH POINT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3368851859	$80,614
FOSCUE PLANTATION HOUSE RESTORATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7509 US 17	2522241803	$72,091
HISTORIC JAMESTOWN SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	603 W MAIN STREET	3364543819	$65,882
SANTA BARBARA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$59,050
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BERKS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$29,637
ANGELA PETERSON DOLL & MINIATURE MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3368853655	$27,471
WALNUT COVE COLORED SCHOOL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	308 BROOK STREET	3365915442	$18,368
WALKERTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3058 CHURCH STREET	3364971183	$5,342
OAK RIDGE MILITARY ACADEMY ARCHIVES & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$5,200
AMERICAN FURNITURE HALL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	202 NEAL PLACE	3368825900
AMERICAN MUSIC MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BILLINGSLEY HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3016270730
CARLOS ALZUETA MEMORIAL FUND WELLS FARGO BANKNA TRUSTEE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2159731754
CHEROKEE-MORAVIAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHESAPEAKE SEPT ROYAL CLAN OBRIEN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAVIS CHAPEL HISTORIC ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DIGGS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
FORSYTH COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FURNITURE HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	202 NEAL PLACE	3368825900
GREENSBORO SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	4301 LAWNDALE DRIVE
KERNERSVILLE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEHIGH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCCULLOCH FOUNDATION	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3368872206
MUSEUM OF EARLY SOUTHERN DECORATIVE ARTS	GENERAL MUSEUM	924 S MAIN ST	3367217360
NORTH CAROLINA FRIENDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3362324618
OLD SALEM MUSEUMS & GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3367217300
OLD SALEM MUSEUMS & GARDENS GRAY LIBRARY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
PAUL J. CIENER BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	215 S MAIN STREET
PLANETARIUM & OMNISPHERE THEATER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	4301 LAWNDALE DRIVE
PRESERVE HISTORIC FORSYTH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RURAL HALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FORSYTH COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7043651560
SCIWORKS PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	400 W HANES MILL ROAD
SCIWORKS THE SCIENCE CENTER AND ENVIRONMENTAL PARK OF FORSYTH COUNTY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	400 WEST HANES MILL ROAD
SCULPTURE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
TRIAD CULTURAL ARTS	ART MUSEUM		3367937462
WACHOVIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3367225020
WINSTON CUP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3367244557
WINSTON-SALEM TECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONAL GROUP	HISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Kernersville

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
FORSYTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	660 W 5TH ST	0.0	1,428,130
HIGH POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY	901 N MAIN ST	0.0	387,291

Farmers Markets in Kernersville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cobblestone Farmer's Market	West Street and Salt Street	04/09/2016 to 11/19/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Creekside Park Farmers Market	100 Park Drive	06/01/2015 to 09/03/2015	Tue: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Downtown City Market	6th & Cherry Streets				Visit
Flat Rock Produce	4540 Ebert Rd.	05/01/2014 to 12/01/2014	Mon: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-6:0		Visit
High Point Farmers Market	901 N Main Street	4/28/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Kernersville Farmers Market	134 east mountain street		Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pfafftown Farmer's Market	4725 Yadkinville Rd	04/18/2018 to 10/17/2018	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Piedmont Triad Farmers Market	2914 Sandy Ridge Road	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013		Yes	Visit
Seed2Seed Farmers Market	100 north main st.	07/09/2019 to	Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Thomasville Farmers Market	21 East Guilford Street
Winston Salem Retail Farmers Market	Dixie Classic Fairgrounds

Hotels in Kernersville

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn Kernersville

Holiday Inn Express Kernersville

Hotel Phoenix

OYO Inn Kernersville

Sleep Inn Kernersville I-40

Restaurants in Kernersville

21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abel's Grill

Bistro B

C & H Cafeteria

Cagney's Restaurant & Pizzeria

Country Deli & Sandwich Shop

Cracker Barrel

Denny's

Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant

East Coast Wings & Grill

Frida's Mexican Kitchen

J. Butler's Bar & Grill

J. Pepper's Southern Grille

Little Vito's Pizza

Moose Cafe

Olympic Family Restaurant

Osaka Japanese Restaurant

Out West

Palenque Mexican Grill

Pizza Hut

Smitty's Grille

The Loop Grill

Cafes in Kernersville

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenlove

Juicy Java

Starbucks

Wired! Cafe

Cinemas in Kernersville

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Countryside Cinema

Clinics in Kernersville

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cone Health Urgent Care at Kernersville

Kernersville Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center

Veterinaries in Kernersville

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kernersville Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Kernersville

16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Exxon

Mobil

Petro 66

Quality Mart

Sheetz

Shell

Speedway

Banks in Kernersville

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Horizon Bank

PNC Bank

Truliant Federal Credit Union

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Kernersville

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Burn Boot Camp

Planet Fitness

The Fitness Center at Kernersville

Breweries in Kernersville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brown Truck Brewery	Brewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours	1234 N Main St
Foothills Brewing	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Pubs, Restaurants, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries	3800 Kimwell Dr
Hoots Roller Bar	Bar, Brewery	840 N W Manley St
Korner Lounge	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lo	1001 Burke St
Natty Greens Pub	Brewery	Pti Airport		Visit
R.h. Barringer Distributing Co.	Beer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Brewery	1620 Fairfax Rd	3368526450, 3368540555, 3368544199, 3366324750	Visit
Second and Green Tavern	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Bars	207 N Green St
West End Tap Room	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, Bars	473 W End Blvd	3367731544

Nursing Homes in Kernersville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
RIVER LANDING AT SANDY RIDGE 1575 JOHN KNOX DRIVE	Non profit - Church related	60	50	5/5	-	5/5	3/5	3366684900
PINEY GROVE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 728 PINEY GROVE ROAD	For profit - Corporation	92	66	3/5	-	2/5	3/5	3369964038

Pharmacies in Kernersville

11 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 3643	1398 UNION CROSS ROAD	336-993-9600
CVS - 3832	1101 SOUTH MAIN STREET	336-996-4021
GATEWAY PHARMACY	510 PINEVIEW DRIVE	336-992-2111
HARRIS TEETER - 250	971 SOUTH MAIN STREET	336-996-7239
PEAK PHARMACY	841 OLD WINSTON ROAD	336-497-4510
RITE AID - 11337	838 SOUTH MAIN STREET	336-996-6075
RITE AID - 11338	409 NORTH MAIN STREET	336-993-2195
SOUTHERN PHARMACY SERVICES	556 ARBOR HILL ROAD	866-768-8479
TARGET	1090 SOUTH MAIN STREET	336-992-1681
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2793	1130 SOUTH MAIN STREET	336-992-0879
WALGREENS - 1253	340 NORTH MAIN STREET	336-993-5689

EV Charging Stations in Kernersville

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger	3202 Sandy Ridge Road	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger	1551 Glenn Center Drive	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center	1750 Kernersville Medical Parkway	Blink Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Kernersville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Walnut Cove - US HIGHWAY 311	TOWER	98
SUMMERFIRLD CELL SITE - 3010 OAK RIDGE ROAD	TOWER	83

Fire Stations in Kernersville

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Beeson Crossroads Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.	1105 Old Salem RD	Volunteer	336-996-4681
Colfax Fire Department	9414 W Market ST	Mostly volunteer	336-993-4931
Kernersville Fire Rescue Department	1180 NC Highway 66 S	Mostly career	336-996-4885
Piney Grove Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, Inc.	7525 Vance RD	Mostly volunteer	336-993-5721
Union Cross Fire Rescue	4401 High Point RD	Mostly volunteer	336-769-9051

Power Plants Near Kernersville

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
WASTE MANAGEMENT PIEDMONT LFGTE PROJECT	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-80.0	OP

Bridges in Kernersville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	53	76,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	33	72,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1992	23	72,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1991	344	52,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1953	36	42,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	212	33,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	271	32,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1982	79	30,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	167	24,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2019	37	21,250	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2019	37	21,250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	223	18,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2012	203	12,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	213	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2019	216	10,625	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2019	185	8,700	G
Culvert	Steel	1974	27	7,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	115	6,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	411	6,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	204	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2014	156	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	111	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	117	5,000	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1989	92	4,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	242	4,600	G
Culvert	Steel	1992	36	4,000	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1998	43	3,600	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2000	29	3,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	306	3,188	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	384	3,188	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	62	2,900	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2001	80	2,700	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	208	2,700	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1996	62	2,700	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	162	2,200	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1940	21	2,200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2017	102	2,100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	88	2,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	88	2,000	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2013	35	1,600	G
Culvert	Steel	2004	28	1,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	219	1,400	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2015	24	1,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	209	1,400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	92	1,200	G
Culvert	Steel	1960	35	750	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	36	670	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	26	600	F
Culvert	Steel	1993	36	560	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	315	500	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	67	500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	208	400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	309	100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1995	41	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2020	280	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2020	217	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	216	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	310	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	310	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Kernersville

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
High Point, NC	100 West High Avenue	TRAIN
Winston-Salem, NC	Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive & Excelsior St.	BUS
Winston-Salem, NC	100 West 5th Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Kernersville

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
INGREDION INCORPORATED - WINSTON-SALEM	4501 OVERDALE ROAD	FORSYTH
MARSH FURNITURE COMPANY	1001 SOUTH CENTENNIAL STREET	GUILFORD
R. J. REYNOLDS TOBACCO CO.	FOURTH & PATTERSON AVE	FORSYTH
TRI-SEAL OPOC, LLC	220 POLO RD	FORSYTH
TRI-SEAL OPOC, LLC	220 POLO RD	FORSYTH

Airports Near Kernersville

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Piedmont Triad International Airport	GSO	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Danville Regional Airport	DAN	Medium Airport
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Air Harbor Airport	-	Small Airport
Asheboro Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	-	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	-	Small Airport
Barringer Field	-	Small Airport
Bethany Airport	-	Small Airport
BHH Aviation Airport	-	Small Airport
Blackbriar Airport	-	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	-	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport	-	Small Airport
Boonville Airport	-	Small Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	-	Small Airport
Bradley Field	-	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	-	Small Airport
Brooks Field	-	Small Airport
Buck Hollar Airport	-	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Burlington Alamance Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Bush Airport	-	Small Airport
Caswell Airport	-	Small Airport
Causey Airport	-	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	-	Small Airport
Corriher Field	-	Small Airport
Covington Airport	-	Small Airport
Dakota Air Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Darr Field	-	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	-	Small Airport
Davis Field	-	Small Airport
Delk's Airport	-	Small Airport
Derksen Airport	-	Small Airport
DS Butler Farm and Airfield	-	Small Airport
Dusenbury Field	-	Small Airport
Elkin Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	-	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	-	Small Airport
Fields Airport	-	Small Airport
Flint Ridge Airport	-	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	-	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	-	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	-	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	-	Small Airport
Gravely Airport	-	Small Airport
Greensboro Executive Airport	-	Small Airport
Groundhog Mountain Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Kernersville

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

District 3 Police Station	300 South Swing Road
Forsyth County Law Enforcement & Detention Center	201 North Church Street
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office	301 North Church Street
GTCC Campus Police
North Carolina Highway Patrol
O.H. Leak High Point Police Headquarters
Thomasville Police Department	250 West Main Street
Winston-Salem Police Department District 2 Office Complex	1539 Waughtown Street

Grocery Stores in Kernersville

40 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven 36068a 36068A	Convenience Store	1005 S Main St
ALDI 80057 80057	Supermarket	819 S Main St
Circle K 2706477	Convenience Store	1030 Sedge Garden Rd
Circle K 2706477	Convenience Store	1030 Sedge Garden Rd
Circle K 2720795	Convenience Store	2010 W Mountain St
CVS Pharmacy 3643	Other	1398 Union Cross Rd
CVS Pharmacy 3832	Other	1105 S Main St
Dollar General 20363	Other	706 Crosscreek Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 7020	Other	418 N Main St
Dollar General Store 17188	Other	841 Abbotts Creek Circle
Dollar Tree 2707	Other	819 S Main St
DOLLARTREE 10468	Other	1591 Glenn Center Dr.
DOLLARTREE 9284	Other	409 N Main St
FOOD LION 1386	Supermarket	980 S Main St
FOOD LION 1523	Supermarket	1535 Union Cross Rd
FOOD LION 2259	Supermarket	1014 N Main St
HARRIS TEETER 250	Super Store	971 S Main St
Joe's Kwik Mart 6014	Convenience Store	826 S Main St
Kernersville Family Fare 318	Convenience Store	801 NC Highway 66 S
La Guadalupana	Grocery Store	322 E Bodenhamer St
La Mejor Bakery Inc.	Grocery Store	428 N Main St
Los Potros Taqueria Y Carnceria Inc	Grocery Store	400 E Bodenhamer St
Low Price Mart	Convenience Store	627 N Main St
Lowes Foods 266	Supermarket	240 Market View Dr
Musten & Crutchfield	Grocery Store	245 N Main St
Petro 66	Convenience Store	498 W Bodenhamer St
Quality Mart #33 1082	Convenience Store	1980 Pecan Ln
Quality Mart 32 1064	Convenience Store	1580 Highway 66
Quality Mart 41 1141	Convenience Store	743 Piney Grove Rd
Quality Mart 46 1146	Convenience Store	101 Clayton Forest Rd
Quick One Stop	Convenience Store	724 NC Highway 66 S
Sheetz 436	Convenience Store	790 N Main St
Sheetz 512	Convenience Store	1400 NC Highway 66 S
Sheetz 578	Convenience Store	1551 Glenn Center Dr
Speedway 6941	Convenience Store	401 N Main St
TARGET STORE T-2134	Super Store	1090 S Main St
Union Cross Bp	Convenience Store	1557 Union Cross Rd
Walgreens 01253	Other	340 N Main St
Walmart Neighborhood Market 6828	Super Store	1035 Beesons Field Dr
Walmart Supercenter 2793	Super Store	1130 S Main St

Post Offices in Kernersville

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Goin' Postal

Treatment Centers in Kernersville

20 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addiction Recovery Care Association	Substance Abuse	336-784-9470
Amos Cottage Therapeutic Day Program - Wake Forest Health Sciences	Mental Health	336-713-7497
Blessed New Beginnings	Mental Health	336-541-8160
Caring Services Inc	Substance Abuse	336-886-5594 x208
Community Alternatives Inc - DBA Community Choices/WISH	Substance Abuse	336-397-7500
Daymark Recovery Services Inc - Guilford Residential Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	336-899-1550
Family Services of the Piedmont	Both	336-387-6161
Four Directions Counseling and - Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	336-631-8904
Green Ctr of Growth and Development	Substance Abuse	336-472-4459
High Point Center for Child Wellness	Mental Health	336-801-1188
Insight Human Services Inc	Substance Abuse	336-725-8389
Kernersville VA Healthcare Center - Outpatient Clinic	Substance Abuse	336-515-5000
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services	Both	336-718-5984
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Service	Both	336-794-3550
OSA Assessment/Counseling Servs Inc	Substance Abuse	336-996-0900
Thomasville Medical Center - Geriatric BH Unit	Both	336-472-2000
Treatment Centers LLC - Thomasville Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	336-472-8230
Twin City Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	336-722-9592
Wilsons Constant Care	Mental Health	336-703-9650
Winston Salem Comprehensive Trt Ctr - ATS of North Carolina LLC	Substance Abuse	336-842-6980

DOL Wage Violations in Kernersville

36 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $463,703 in back wages owed to 580 employees.

Violations

$463,703

Back Wages Owed

580

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
AAR of North Carolina, Inc	-	-	27284	-	2	$78,616	$609	129
SHULER HEALTH CARE INC. [OSHA]	-	-	27284	Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly	1	$70,722	$7,072	10
A Plus Communications Inc.	-	-	27284	-	1	$48,926	$368	133
Amanzi Marble & Granite, LLC	-	-	27284	-	1	$40,937	$2,729	15
The Loop Pizza Grill	-	-	27284	-	1	$39,393	$2,462	16
All Over Towing	-	-	27284	-	1	$28,471	$7,118	4
Stay Alert Safety Service Inc	-	-	27284	-	1	$22,203	$427	52
We Buy Treasure	-	-	27284	-	1	$20,017	$646	31
158251 - MARBLE GRANITE WORLD, INC. [OSHA]	-	-	27284	Cut Stone and Stone Product Manufacturing	1	$19,552	$1,955	10
Press Clean USA, LLC	-	-	27284	-	1	$17,964	$2,994	6
Caraustar Industries	-	Caraustar Industries, Inc	27284	-	1	$15,000	$15,000	1
Bridgeport Restoration Services, Inc.	-	-	27284	-	2	$13,712	$381	36
Giada's Trattoria	-	-	27284	-	1	$8,382	$419	20
Cameron's 1st Stop #3	-	-	27284	-	2	$6,061	$866	7
Palenque Mexican Grill, Inc	-	-	27284	-	1	$5,086	$848	6
Pro Rehab Construction, Inc.	-	-	27284	-	1	$4,350	$311	14
J. P. Looneys Sports Bar & Grill	-	-	27284	-	1	$3,999	$1,999	2
Chandler & Richter CPA	-	-	27284	-	1	$3,733	$3,733	1
All-State Express, Inc.	-	Allstate	27284	-	1	$3,398	$850	4
Advantage Surveillance	-	-	27284	-	1	$2,202	$138	16
BRADFORD VILLAGE EAST, LLC [OSHA]	-	-	27284	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)	2	$1,691	$282	6
US Postal Service	-	United States Postal Service	27284	-	1	$1,124	$102	11
General Nutrition Center	-	-	27284	-	1	$1,029	$1,029	1
Infinity Dental	-	-	27284	-	1	$990	$990	1
Employment Transitions	-	-	27284	-	1	$871	$436	2
Abacus Corporation	-	-	27284	-	2	$819	$164	5
TCI LOGISTICS, INC. [OSHA]	-	-	27284	General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload	3	$754	$251	3
FABCO Construction, Inc	-	-	27284	-	1	$659	$659	1
Hams Restaurant	-	-	27284	-	1	$625	$39	16
MMA Cleaning and Restoration	-	-	27284	-	1	$617	$308	2
FT Trucking	-	-	27284	-	1	$403	$403	1
Cagny's Kitchen-Family Restaurant	-	-	27284	-	1	$396	$396	1
Cici's Pizza	-	-	27284	-	1	$370	$53	7
On Demand Delivery Specialist	-	-	27284	-	1	$282	$141	2
Cricket Wireless	-	-	27284	-	1	$177	$44	4
Creekside Manor	-	-	27284	-	3	$174	$43	4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kernersville

69 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	727 E MOUNTAIN ST STE 4
BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD	3467 BETHEL CHURCH RD
BIBLE REVIVAL MINISTRIES CENTER	1475 N MAIN ST
BISHOP MCGUINNESS CATHOLIC HIGH	1725 NC HIGHWAY 66 S
BUNKER HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	1510 BUNKER HILL-SANDY RIDGE R
CASA FAMILIAR CHURCH	177 CLAY FLYNT RD
CHASES CHANCE	4830 LEGACY DR
CHILDREN OF ZION OUTREACH MINISTRY	PO BOX 1226
CHRISTIAN RIDERS MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 2179
CHURCHALIVE OF THE TRIAD	4710 BELL WEST DR
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF NORTH CAROLINA ST MATTHEWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	1110 SALISBURY ST
EUNICE WOODS COHEE MINISTRIES INC	1938 KIPPEN DR
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD	241 HOPKINS RD
FIRST GOD INC	6030 GLENACRE DR
FOUNTAIN OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH	323 HOPKINS RD
FOUNTAIN OF LIFE LUTHERAN PS AND K	323 HOPKINS RD
FREEDOM WESLEYAN CHURCH INC	317 JOYCE LN
GLORY CENTER MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 382
GOODHEART MINISTRIES	PO BOX 550
GRACE PRESBYTEREAN CHURCH	360 HOPKINS RD
GRACE UNITED HOLINESS CHURCH	129 FURLONG INDUSTRIAL DR
GRACE UNITED WORLDWIDE OUTREACH INC	PO BOX 1163
GREATER HOLY TEMPLE OF DELIVERANCE	202 W BODENHAMER ST
HEALING THE BROKEN HEARTED MINISTRIES	4571 BRIMMER PLACE DR
HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX MISSION	1320 MASTEN DR
ICT - ISLAMIC CENTER OF TRIAD	1203 FRANCIS DALY CT
IGLESIA CRISTO REYNA	1475 N MAIN ST
IMPACT CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CHURCH INC	7035 HILL N DALE DR
IMPACT MINISTRIES INC	152 FURLONG INDUSTRIAL DR A
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL	PO BOX 1696
JEHOVAH SHAMMAH MINISTRIES CENTER OF HOPE INC	PO BOX 53
JESUS OUR VICTORY GLOBAL OUTREACH	PO BOX 575
KERNERSVILLE STREET CHURCH	4323 BASTILLE DR
KERNERSVILLE WESLEYAN CHURCH	930 N MAIN ST
KINGDOM MOVERS MINISTRIES OUTREACH	721 SPOTTED OWL DR
LA CREACION WESLEYAN CHURCH	PO BOX 98
LEGACY BIBLE AND COUNSELING INSTITUTE	4520 OLD HOLLOW RD
LIBERTY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH OVERSEER AND SUCCESSORS	209 CENTURY BLVD STE D
LIGHT AT THE CROSS COMMUNITY OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC	2701 BETHEL CHURCH RD
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES AND BOOKINGS INC	107 CLIFTON ST APT A
LINVILLE FOREST CHURCH OF CHRIST	450 LINVILLE RD
LIVE LIKE WARRIORS INCORPORATED	1546 TEAGUE LN
LIVING HOPE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 2282
LIVING REMNANT	PO BOX 281
MAIN STREET BAPTIST CHURCH	126 N MAIN ST
MAIN STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	306 S MAIN ST
MINISTERIO INTERNACIONAL UN NUEVO RENACER DE REYES Y SACERDOTES INC	1010 MEADOWBROOK VILLAGE LN
MORE THAN SPARROWS INC	506 CASWELL KERN RD
NEW DAY MINISTRIES	8610 BAME RD
NEW REFLECTION MINISTRIES INC	5655 STIGALL RD
OHANA CHURCH	PO BOX 2121
PROJECT RE3	1474 KERNER RD
PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH	319 NELSON ST
SALISBURY STREET BAPTIST CHURCH	1051 SALISBURY ST
SEDGE GARDEN CHAPEL	213 BEESON RD
SERVANTS HEART WORSHIP CENTER INC	PO BOX 1025
SHADY GROVE WESLEYAN CHURCH	PO BOX 98
SHIELD YOUR FAITH	PO BOX 712
SISTER 2 SISTER INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH MINISTRY INC	5810 EMMAUS RD
SKENES CHAPEL HOLINESS CHURCH	PO BOX 1372
ST BASIL OF OSTROG SERBIAN CHURCH	270 OGDEN SCHOOL RD
TERRIE SAPP MINISTRIES	223 BEESON CT
THE BRIDGE FELLOWSHIP INC	415 LAGERFIELD CT
TRANSFORM MISSIONS INCORPORATED	PO BOX 115
TRIAD CHURCH OF CHRIST OF KERNERSVILLE	1365 S PARK DR
TRUTH HILL CHURCH INC	119 S MAIN ST UNIT 21
TWO OR MORE MINISTRIES	7212 SADDLE CREEK DR
UNION CROSS BAPTIST CHURCH INC	4350 HIGH POINT RD
VICKIE MARTIN MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	4603 JOHNSON ST

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UFO Sightings Near Kernersville

12 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Kernersville.

Name	Year	Description
Kernesville, NC	2014	I live in Kernersville&#44 NC. My friend and I saw 7 flame orange lights in the sky. They were moving very slowly.
Kernersville, NC	2013	Two very silent and steady red lights at relatively low altitude with individual paths pass directly overhead in the night sky.
Kernersville, NC	2012	Light moved across sky no sound made very hard turns and moved side to side way to fast to be a plane it moved like a balloon that was
Kernersville, NC	2012	strange the objects made NO sound at all.
Kernersville, NC	2012	Two flickering fireballs moved across the sky&#44 changing speed and direction.
Kernersville, NC	2010	five lights in the sky within an hour.
Kernersville, NC	2009	Daytime Object spotted on outskirts of Kernersville&#44 North Carolina
Kernersville, NC	2008	Cylinder object morphs to Sphere shape with Amber colored light over Kernersville&#44 NC
Kernersville, NC	2007	My wife and I were traveling on I-40 the day after valentines when we noticed what we thought was an airplane moving so slowly that it
Kernersville, NC	2006	One main cbject and seven smaller objects that came out of the main object.
Kernersville, NC	2005	bright flash heading southeast about 10 degrees left below a half moon&#44 towards Greensboro&#44very possibly a meteorite&#44but very definetly
Kernersville, NC	1997	Three points of light in triangle alignment.

Mines Near Kernersville

1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Kernersville.

Name	Description
East Forsyth	Crushed, Broken Granite - Surface (Active)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kernersville

What is the population of Kernersville?

Kernersville has a population of 27,439 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,434 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.7 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Kernersville expensive to live in?

Kernersville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $69,923, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,000 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kernersville safe?

Kernersville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 231 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,177 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kernersville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kernersville?

Kernersville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 47.

How is the job market in Kernersville?

Kernersville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,274. There are 11,366 business establishments in the area, including 868 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kernersville?

The median home value in Kernersville is $264,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,069. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $289,500, with homes typically selling within 75 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,052. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,117.

How are the schools in Kernersville?

Schools in Kernersville score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 36.2% of adults in Kernersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kernersville?

The obesity rate in Kernersville is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 22.6% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance. 80.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:878.

What is transportation like in Kernersville?

The average commute in Kernersville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kernersville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kernersville is 69.7% White, 17.3% Black or African American, 11.1% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% Asian. 89.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Walkertown, NC 5,793 pop · 5.7 mi Oak Ridge, NC 7,660 pop · 6.9 mi Wallburg, NC 3,104 pop · 8.0 mi High Point, NC 115,263 pop · 9.4 mi Winston-Salem, NC 250,887 pop · 10.0 mi Stokesdale, NC 5,943 pop · 10.2 mi Jamestown, NC 3,685 pop · 11.1 mi Midway, NC 4,826 pop · 11.9 mi Summerfield, NC 11,031 pop · 12.1 mi Walnut Cove, NC 2,046 pop · 13.4 mi Greensboro, NC 298,564 pop · 14.4 mi Rural Hall, NC 3,421 pop · 14.5 mi Archdale, NC 11,992 pop · 15.5 mi Thomasville, NC 27,261 pop · 15.5 mi

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