Median Income
$58,214
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.2%
6% higher than US avg
How Wilson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population824
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density1,373/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans9.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,214
Per Capita$29,557
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$310M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,700
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,479
Rent Burden22.1%
Health
Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,690 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.32
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.7%
Libraries3
Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wilson is $58,214, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wilson is $75,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Wilson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Wilson has a population of 824 with a density of 1,373 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 7.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Wilson is $58,214, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,214 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,557 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $955 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,641 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 188 |
| County GDP | $310M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,583 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.73% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Wilson is $75,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,479.
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,700 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,479 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $744 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $643 |
| 1 Bedroom | $668 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $877 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,103 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,583 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.73% |
In Wilson, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wilson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,284/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Wilson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Wilson has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (515 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,373/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8253°N, 98.4749°W |
| County FIPS | 20053 |