Warsaw, NC

North Carolina

Warsaw is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,728. Residents earn $46,944 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,728 Population 847/sq mi density
$46,944 Median Income $22,241 per capita
N/A Home Value $148,820 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
186 Violent Crime/100K 3,312 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,944 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
186 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,944
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 186/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,728
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density847/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,944
Per Capita$22,241
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$2,548M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,820

Crime

F
Violent186/100K
Property3,312/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault186/100K
Burglary836/100K

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute21 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Warsaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warsaw receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Warsaw has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warsaw is $46,944, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Warsaw is below the national average at 186 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,312 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Warsaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Warsaw has a population of 2,728 with a density of 847 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61%), with 27.9% White.

Population

2,728
Total Population
847
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Warsaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only48.3%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.7%
286% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Warsaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warsaw is $46,944, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Warsaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,944
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,241
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$54,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,258
County GDP$2,548M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare122
Retail174
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,890
11% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,820.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$148,820

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below 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-Occupied33.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,890
11% above US avg
In Warsaw, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities122
Warsaw has a violent crime rate of 186 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,312 per 100,000 (69% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent185.7/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault185.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,311.7/100K
69% above US avg
Burglary835.7/100K
Theft2,414.1/100K
Vehicle Theft61.9/100K
Arson31.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Warsaw has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density847/sq mi
Coordinates34.9996°N, 78.0927°W
County FIPS37163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density847/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants88
Retail Stores174

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

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