Winton, NC

North Carolina

Winton is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 606. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
606 Population 721/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $26,684 per capita
$74,300 Home Value
$913 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,300 home value, $913/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density721/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$26,684
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$1,076M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,300
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation42 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute20 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries3

Is Winton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winton is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.2% 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 Winton is $74,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Winton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Winton has a population of 606 with a density of 721 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59.2%), with 28.7% White, 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

606
Total Population
721
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Winton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winton is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Winton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,684
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$52,591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)493
County GDP$1,076M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare74
Retail88
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winton is $74,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Winton, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death13,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Winton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density721/sq mi
Coordinates36.3894°N, 76.9347°W
County FIPS37091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.3%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density721/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants41
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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