Windsor, NC

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.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,417 Population 1,216/sq mi density
$38,631 Median Income $19,311 per capita
$111,400 Home Value $67,224 Zillow
$682 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
145 Violent Crime/100K 1,977 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,631 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,400 home value, $682/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,631
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,400
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 145/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,417
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,216/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,631
Per Capita$19,311
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$356M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,400
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$67,224

Crime

F
Violent145/100K
Property1,977/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary523/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Windsor has a population of 3,417 with a density of 1,216 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.4%), with 25.3% White, 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

3,417
Total Population
1,216
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.8%
Female 32.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windsor is $38,631, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,631
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,311
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$47,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$356M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare37
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Windsor is $111,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $67,224.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,400
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$67,224

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% 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-Occupied58.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Windsor, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death16,100/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities37
Windsor has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,977 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.4/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault116.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,977.3/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary523.4/100K
Theft1,424.8/100K
Vehicle Theft29.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Windsor has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Coordinates35.9930°N, 76.9399°W
County FIPS37187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52.8%

Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,216/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants22
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home6.1%

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