Wentworth township, North Carolina
Wentworth township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wentworth township is a geographic entity located in Rockingham County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,352. The land area covers 74.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,352 | ±965 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs | ±4.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,835 | ±390 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,191 | ±394 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,835 | ±390 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 356 | ±162 |
| Median Home Value | $207,400 | ±$17,660 |
| Median Gross Rent | $906 | ±$190 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,653 | ±$14,871 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,888 | ±$4,040 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,131 | ±491 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,970 | ±670 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 93,517 (2024)
ID: 186764
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PO BOX 105, WENTWORTH NC 27375-0105
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Wentworth | 09-13 | Wentworth, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Summerfield, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Reidsville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Danville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Browns Summit, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mayodan, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eden, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridgeway, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Madison, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rockingham Community College
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College | 1.9 mi away | 215 Wrenn Memorial Road, Wentworth, NC, 27375 |
3363424261
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ROCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 527 BOONE RD, EDEN, NC, 27288 |
(336) 627-1106
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Danville Community College
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College | 22.8 mi away | 1008 S Main St, Danville, VA, 24541-4004 |
4347972222
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EDEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 598 S PIERCE ST, EDEN, NC, 27288 |
(336) 623-3168
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Guilford College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 5800 W Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC, 27410-4108 |
3363162000
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REIDSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 204 W MOREHEAD ST, REIDSVILLE, NC, 27320 |
(336) 349-8476
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Averett University
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College | 23.0 mi away | 420 W Main St, Danville, VA, 24541 |
4347915600
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STONEVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 201 E MAIN ST, STONEVILLE, NC, 27048 |
(336) 573-9040
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Patrick & Henry Community College
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College | 23.1 mi away | 645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville, VA, 24112 |
2766560200
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MADISON-MAYODAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 611 BURTON ST, MADISON, NC, 27025 |
(336) 548-6553
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at EDEN, NC US, located 4.5 miles from Wentworth township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.2° | 26.7° | 38.0° | 3.83" | 1.6" |
| February | 52.9° | 28.6° | 40.7° | 3.09" | 1.2" |
| March | 61.0° | 33.6° | 47.3° | 3.90" | 0.4" |
| April | 71.2° | 43.2° | 57.2° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.9° | 53.2° | 65.5° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.2° | 61.3° | 73.3° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.9° | 65.7° | 77.3° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 64.8° | 75.7° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 57.6° | 69.1° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.5° | 45.5° | 58.5° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.6° | 33.7° | 47.2° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| December | 51.7° | 29.1° | 40.4° | 3.50" | 1.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth town | Town | 1.3 mi | — |
| Eden city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Reidsville city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Stoneville town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Mayodan town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Madison town | Town | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3715793936. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.