Winston-Salem, NC
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Winston-Salem, NC
At a Glance
How Winston-Salem Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Winston-Salem's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Winston-Salem a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Winston-Salem residents earn a median household income of $57,673 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,074. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,366 business establishments, including 868 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winston-Salem is $208,200 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $263,057. Median rent is $1,033/month, with 29.5% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Winston-Salem reports 812 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 114% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,961/100K. The murder rate is 11.4/100K.
Education
37.2% of adults in Winston-Salem hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Winston-Salem has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.