Kinston, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Lenoir County County
Kinston, NC
At a Glance
How Kinston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kinston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kinston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kinston residents earn a median household income of $35,250 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,843. The unemployment rate stands at 13.2% (267% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,412 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kinston is $108,300 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,059. Median rent is $822/month, with 28.8% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Kinston reports 959 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 152% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,197/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Kinston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 81.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kinston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.