Woodland, NC

North Carolina

Woodland is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 569. Residents earn $28,125 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
569 Population 455/sq mi density
$28,125 Median Income $23,774 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $92,151 Zillow
$514 Median Rent 39.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,125 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $514/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,125
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $514
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.5%
114% higher than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density455/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans18.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,125
Per Capita$23,774
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty26.5%
County GDP$739M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$514
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$92,151
Rent Burden39.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation70 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute20 min
Broadband67.5%
Libraries1

Is Woodland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland is $28,125, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 26.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $514 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodland has a population of 569 with a density of 455 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (48%), with 42.2% White, 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

569
Total Population
455
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland is $28,125, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Woodland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,125
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,774
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$52,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.5%
114% above US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$739M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare28
Retail48
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $514 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $92,151.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$92,151

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$514
56% below US avg
Rent Burden39.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Woodland, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death14,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Woodland has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation70 ft (21 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates36.3306°N, 77.2149°W
County FIPS37131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 67.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density455/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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