North Carolina
Windsor is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,417. Residents earn $38,631 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Windsor has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Windsor is $38,631, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Windsor is $111,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Windsor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,977 per 100,000, near the national average.
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Windsor enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,631 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,311 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,246 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.5% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $356M |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
| Census Median | $111,400 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $67,224 |
| Census Median Rent | $682 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,100/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Total Violent | 145.4/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 116.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,977.3/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 523.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,424.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 29.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.6 inches |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9930°N, 76.9399°W |
| County FIPS | 37187 |
Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.4% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Retail Stores | 45 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |