Wentworth, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Wentworth is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,670. Residents earn $67,455 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,670 Population 188/sq mi density
$67,455 Median Income $28,224 per capita
$165,700 Home Value $222,816 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$67,455 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,700 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,455
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,670
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,455
Per Capita$28,224
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$3,846M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,700
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,816

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+85.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Libraries5

Is Wentworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wentworth receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Wentworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wentworth is $67,455, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wentworth is $165,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wentworth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Wentworth has a population of 2,670 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.9%), with 18.5% Black.

Population

2,670
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
14.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wentworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wentworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wentworth is $67,455, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wentworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,455
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,224
Avg Weekly Wage$874
IRS Avg AGI$58,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants152
Healthcare152
Retail317
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,142
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wentworth is $165,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,816
Median List Price$219,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,950
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.4%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied89.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,142
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Wentworth, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death13,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Wentworth has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall7.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area14.2 sq mi (36.8 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates36.4012°N, 79.7569°W
County FIPS37157
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area14.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities152
Restaurants152
Retail Stores317

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home1.7%

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