Walkertown, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Walkertown is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 5,793. Residents earn $80,761 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
5,793 Population 865/sq mi density
$80,761 Median Income $40,454 per capita
$230,800 Home Value $266,574 Zillow
$1,283 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,761 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,800 home value, $1,283/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,761
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,283
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,793
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density865/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,761
Per Capita$40,454
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$34,373M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,800
Rent$1,283
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,574

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation932 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is Walkertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walkertown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Walkertown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walkertown is $80,761, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walkertown is $230,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,283 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Walkertown 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 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Walkertown has a population of 5,793 with a density of 865 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 17.5% Black.

Population

5,793
Total Population
865
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Walkertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walkertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walkertown is $80,761, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Walkertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,761
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$79,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,366
County GDP$34,373M

Business (County)

Restaurants868
Healthcare951
Retail1,353
Manufacturing295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Walkertown is $230,800, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,283 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,574.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,800
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,574
Median List Price$329,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,950
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops5.6%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,283
10% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,117
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Walkertown, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Walkertown has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates36.1497°N, 80.1689°W
County FIPS37067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%
D 56%

Winner: Democrat by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density865/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities951
Restaurants868
Retail Stores1,353

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home12.5%

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