Woodlawn, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Woodlawn is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 996. Residents earn $74,712 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
996 Population 303/sq mi density
$74,712 Median Income $40,211 per capita
$278,500 Home Value
$838 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,712 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$278,500 home value, $838/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,712
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,500
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,712
Per Capita$40,211
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$9,014M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,500
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation557 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute37 min
Libraries5

Is Woodlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodlawn receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Woodlawn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodlawn is $74,712, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlawn is $278,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlawn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Woodlawn has a population of 996 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 22.1% Black.

Population

996
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlawn is $74,712, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Woodlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,712
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$67,841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,409
County GDP$9,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare393
Retail609
Manufacturing189

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlawn is $278,500, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,500
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% 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-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,444
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Woodlawn, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death9,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities393

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Woodlawn has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation557 ft (170 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates36.1180°N, 79.2959°W
County FIPS37001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants370
Retail Stores609

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Work from Home15.9%

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