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Population Review

Winston-Salem city, NC — Population & Demographics

Winston-Salem city, NC has a population of 250,887. The median household income is $57,673 and the median age is 35.6.

250,887

Population

$57,673

Median Income

$208,200

Median Home Value

35.6

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White48.7%
Black or African American32.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$57,673

Median Household Income

$35,074

Per Capita Income

13.0%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$208,200

Median Home Value

$1,033

Median Rent

54.6%

Owner-Occupied

Education

88.4%

High School+

37.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.2%

Drive Alone

12.3%

Work From Home

21.8 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Winston-Salem city, NC has a population of 250,887 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Winston-Salem city, NC is $57,673, with 13.0% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Winston-Salem city, NC is $208,200, with median rent at $1,033.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.