North Carolina
Wilkesboro is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,664. Residents earn $41,175 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, 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. Wilkesboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wilkesboro is $41,175, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 16.2% 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 Wilkesboro is $197,600, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 408 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,059 per 100,000, 362% above the national average.
22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
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 | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,175 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,044 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $923 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,890 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% |
| 31% 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 | 1.73% |
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $197,600 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,150 |
| Census Median Rent | $713 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,412 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.73% |
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,047/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 407.8/100K |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.1/100K |
| Robbery | 58.3/100K |
| Assault | 320.4/100K |
| Total Property | 9,059.1/100K |
| 362% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 320.4/100K |
| Theft | 8,593.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 145.7/100K |
| Arson | 29.1/100K |
| 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 | 973 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 556/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1424°N, 81.1769°W |
| County FIPS | 37193 |
Winner: Republican by 59.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.7% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 556/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Retail Stores | 225 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |