North Carolina
North Wilkesboro is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,348. Residents earn $39,288 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, North Wilkesboro receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Wilkesboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in North Wilkesboro is $39,288, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in North Wilkesboro is $231,400, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 450 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,766 per 100,000, 92% above the national average.
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
North Wilkesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,288 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,956 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $923 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,890 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,388 |
| County GDP | $3,234M |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 225 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,412 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
| Census Median | $231,400 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,318 |
| Median List Price | $242,000 |
| Median List Price | $242,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $659 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,412 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,047/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 450.0/100K |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.7/100K |
| Robbery | 23.7/100K |
| Assault | 402.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,766.0/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 355.3/100K |
| Theft | 3,363.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 47.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.7 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 656/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1728°N, 81.1389°W |
| County FIPS | 37193 |
Winner: Republican by 59.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 656/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Retail Stores | 225 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |