Wilson's Mills, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Johnston County County
Wilson's Mills, NC
At a Glance
How Wilson's Mills Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wilson's Mills's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wilson's Mills a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wilson's Mills residents earn a median household income of $61,677 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,509. The unemployment rate stands at 11.7% (225% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wilson's Mills is $228,700 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,117. Median rent is $874/month, with 22.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
Wilson's Mills reports 755 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 99% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,098/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Wilson's Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wilson's Mills has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.