Kernersville, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
27,439 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,923 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$264,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$897 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Forsyth County
1
Winston-Salem Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Forsyth County
2
Winston-Salem Metro Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 38
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, NC State Senate District 31, NC State House District 75, NC
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Schools

Kernersville Elementary
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Southeast Middle
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Caleb's Creek Elementary
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Kernersville Middle
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

South University-High Point
8 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Winston-Salem State University
8 miles, W • 1.9 star
Salem College
9 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

North Carolina Baptist Hospital
11 miles, W • 3.2 star
High Point Regional Health System
11 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
74 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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