Winston township, North Carolina
Winston township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Winston township is a geographic entity located in Forsyth County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 252,037. The land area covers 133.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252,037 | ±74 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±0.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 103,058 | ±1,139 | 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 | 115,270 | ±925 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 103,058 | ±1,139 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12,212 | ±1,085 |
| Median Home Value | $233,800 | ±$5,817 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,087 | ±$22 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,268 | ±$1,883 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,345 | ±$1,095 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 42,925 | ±2,927 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 116,265 | ±1,890 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±1.1% |
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: 398,143 (2024)
ID: 205056
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
201 N CHESTNUT ST, WINSTON SALEM NC 27101-4120
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Walkertown, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winston-Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winston-Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winston Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Winston Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kernersville, NC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Winston Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Winston-Salem, NC | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | Winston Salem, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winston Salem, 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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Carolina University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 420 S. Broad St., Winston-Salem, NC, 27101 |
3367258344
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FORSYTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 660 W 5TH ST, WINSTON-SALEM, NC, 27101 |
(336) 703-3011
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Salem College
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College | 1.6 mi away | 601 S Church St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101 |
3367212600
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MALLOY / JORDAN EAST WINSTON HERITAGE CENTER
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1110 E 7TH ST, WINSTON-SALEM, NC, 27101 |
(336) 703-2950
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Winston-Salem State University
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College | 2.2 mi away | 601 S. Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC, 27110-0001 |
3367502000
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SOUTHSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 3185 BUCHANAN ST, WINSTON-SALEM, NC, 27127 |
(336) 703-2980
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1533 South Main St., Winston Salem, NC, 27127-2738 |
3367703399
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FORSYTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 2851 FAIRLAWN DR, WINSTON-SALEM, NC, 27106 |
(336) 703-2900
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Wake Forest University
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem, NC, 27106 |
3367585000
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REYNOLDA MANOR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 2839 FAIRLAWN DR, WINSTON-SALEM, NC, 27106 |
(336) 703-2960
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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 WINSTON SALEM RYNLDS AP, NC US, located 3.0 miles from Winston township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.8° | 30.7° | 39.8° | 3.35" | — |
| February | 52.8° | 33.2° | 43.0° | 2.89" | — |
| March | 60.8° | 40.1° | 50.4° | 3.60" | — |
| April | 70.6° | 48.3° | 59.4° | 3.71" | — |
| May | 77.9° | 57.0° | 67.5° | 3.76" | — |
| June | 84.9° | 65.4° | 75.1° | 3.64" | — |
| July | 88.0° | 69.2° | 78.6° | 4.24" | — |
| August | 86.1° | 67.9° | 77.0° | 4.51" | — |
| September | 80.1° | 61.2° | 70.6° | 3.86" | — |
| October | 70.6° | 49.3° | 59.9° | 3.28" | — |
| November | 60.1° | 39.1° | 49.6° | 3.06" | — |
| December | 51.7° | 33.6° | 42.6° | 3.30" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Walkertown town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| Bethania town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Wallburg town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| Rural Hall town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Clemmons village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3706794068. • 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.