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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 87.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,684 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,591 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 493 |
| County GDP | $1,076M |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,062 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.12% |
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $74,300 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.9% |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,062 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.12% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.1% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,851/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 42 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 721/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3894°N, 76.9347°W |
| County FIPS | 37091 |
Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 721/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 78.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 88 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 19.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |