Greensboro, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Guilford County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Greensboro based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
298,564
2023 ACS
Median Income
$58,884
2023
Median Home Value
$221,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,114
2023
Median Age
34.1
Unemployment
5.1%
Cost of Living Index
102.0
100 = national avg
Greensboro is a city in Guilford County, North Carolina, with a population of 298,564 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Greensboro is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Greensboro is $58,884, and the median home value is $221,300. The cost of living index is 102.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,114 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, and the median age is 34.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
298,564
Male
138,079
46.2%
Female
160,485
53.8%
Median Age
34.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.5%
High School or Higher
39.2%
Foreign Born
12.7%
Veterans
4.2%
Married
31.7%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.638
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
42.2%
Foreign Born
12.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
10.4%
31,200 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
89.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
281,437
English Only
82.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
21,105 speakers
Limited English
6.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.1%
Limited English Proficiency
6.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
12,550
4.2% of population
Disability Rate
25.4%
3,193 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$50,767
Unemployment Rate
2.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
11,024
87.8%
Female Veterans
1,526
12.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$50,767
Non-Veteran Income
$33,789
Difference
$16,978
50.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
3,193
Without Disability
9,357
Disability Rate
25.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
134,925
#1 Ancestry
English
9.4% (28,161)
#2 Ancestry
German
6.5% (19,531)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.3% (15,757)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
121,189
Family Households
67,844
56.0%
Married Couples
41,211
34.0%
Non-Family Households
53,345
44.0%
Single Mother Households
20,610
17.0%
Single Father Households
6,023
5.0%
Living Alone
44,101
36.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
58,737
In Married Couple
32,292
55.0%
With Single Mother
21,543
36.7%
With Single Father
4,902
8.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$77,633
Married Couple Income
$105,596
Single Mother Income
$43,059
Single Father Income
$55,865
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,542
Grandparents Responsible
1,684
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$58,884
-20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,858
-4% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.4%
+35% vs national
Gini Index
0.4928
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.1%
-2% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.4%
of households
How Greensboro Compares
Greensboro vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Greensboro is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Greensboro, NC has a median household income of $58,884, making it the 17,017th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher median household income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Greensboro, NC has a per capita income of $35,858, making it the 11,483rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher per capita income than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Greensboro, NC has a poverty rate of 18.4%, making it the 8,244th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher poverty rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Greensboro, NC has a unemployment rate of 5.1%, making it the 11,312th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher unemployment rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Greensboro. The median household income here is $58,884.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
-12% vs NC avg
Labor Force
157,138
Employed
148,550
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
39.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.1
Work from Home
11.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Greensboro-High Point, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
102.0
100 = national avg
+2.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,893
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,111
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,213
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,330
per month
The median household income in Greensboro, NC is $58,884, which is 19.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,858. The poverty rate of 18.4% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4928, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 157,138. 25.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 11.8% working from home. About 73.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 102.0, which is 2.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,893 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median List Price
$276,750
Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Days on Market
54
Active Inventory
618
Months of Supply
3.2
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$257,450
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,381
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
33.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
191
New Listings
219
Pending Sales
242
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$175
Median List $/SF
$184
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Greensboro, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Greensboro-High Point, NC metro area, home prices have risen 315.9% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 107.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 108.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 63.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Greensboro-High Point, NC housing market rather than Greensboro alone.
Metro area: Greensboro-High Point, NC
Greensboro vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Greensboro is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Greensboro, NC has a median home value of $221,300, making it the 10,828th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher median home value than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Greensboro, NC has a median rent of $1,114, making it the 7,903rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher median rent than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Greensboro, NC has a price per square foot of $175, making it the 10,150th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher price per square foot than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Greensboro, NC has a rent burden of 22.7%, making it the 5,464th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Greensboro has a higher rent burden than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$221,300
Median Rent
$1,114
Total Housing Units
133,565
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Owner Occupied
50.3%
Renter Occupied
49.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,155
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,095
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,155
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
of home value
Median Home Value
$221,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,717
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,155) by the median home value ($221,300). In Greensboro, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.97%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Greensboro, NC is $275,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 54 days on the market. 13.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $175. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,381/month. About 50.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 133,565 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,155. The effective tax rate is 0.97%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.24
per 1,000 residents
+255% vs national
Property Crime Rate
33.83
per 1,000 residents
+97% vs national
Total Crimes
13,106
2024
Violent Clearance
28%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
+11.7%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Greensboro Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Greensboro vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Greensboro is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Greensboro police solve 56% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 43 | 0.14 | 55.8% |
| Rape | Violent | 80 | 0.26 | 7.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 528 | 1.74 | 33.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2,160 | 7.10 | 26.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,468 | 4.82 | 15.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 7,024 | 23.08 | 8.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,803 | 5.92 | 6.0% |
Greensboro, NC reported 2,811 violent crimes and 10,295 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.24 per 1,000 residents is 255.3% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 28% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 7,024 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 57.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,811 | 10,295 | 9.24 | 33.83 |
| 2023 | 2,507 | 11,324 | 8.27 | 37.34 |
| 2022 | 2,459 | 11,336 | 8.23 | 37.95 |
| 2021 | 2,644 | 10,658 | 8.79 | 35.42 |
| 2020 | 2,720 | 10,894 | 9.07 | 36.33 |
| 2019 | 2,440 | 10,994 | 8.19 | 36.89 |
| 2018 | 1,860 | 9,831 | 6.34 | 33.52 |
| 2017 | 2,192 | 10,332 | 7.56 | 35.62 |
| 2016 | 1,855 | 9,277 | 6.43 | 32.14 |
| 2015 | 1,707 | 10,204 | 5.97 | 35.68 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
93.4
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
93.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
42.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
56.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
27
Public Assistance
$92.9M
Individual Assistance
$5.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $80.3M | $4.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.7M | $127K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Tornado and Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | May 2018 | — | $639K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $5.6M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $149K | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $8K |
| Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2003 | $2.1M | — |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $2.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $341K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $22K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 30 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
680
Total Claims Paid
$9,376,915
Avg Claim Payout
$13,790
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$598,794
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.43
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $213,686 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $81,549 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $303,559 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Greensboro has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, winter weather, lightning. The area has had 27 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 680 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $92,895,456 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,104,434 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.1%
3.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.6%
1.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.2%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
0.9pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.9%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.6%
Loneliness
35.1%
Lack of Support
25.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.3%
Mobility
14.0%
Cognitive
16.6%
Hearing
6.2%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
9.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Greensboro has an obesity rate of 39.1%, which is 3.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.6%, 1.1pp above the national average. About 11.5% of adults lack health insurance. 80.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.4 mi
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospita...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, The | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center | 22.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Randolph Hospital | 23.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Unc Rockingham | 29.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center | 29.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Pop. Served
321,041
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| GREENSBORO, CITY OF | 319,588 | 0 |
| QUARTERSTONE FARM/COUNTRY XING | 683 | 1 |
| HUNTINGTON WOODS MHP | 300 | 0 |
| CIRCLE M MHP | 195 | 0 |
| CEDAR PARK MHP | 112 | 1 |
| MEADOWS AT QUARTERSTONE S/D | 112 | 1 |
| O`HENRY MHP | 51 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
281.8K MT
Top Emitter
CITY OF GREENSBORO WHITE STREET LANDFILL
220.5K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
CITY OF GREENSBORO WHITE STREET LANDFILL City Of Greensboro North Carolina | Waste | 220,460 |
EVONIK SUPERABSORBER LLC Evonik Corp | Chemicals | 36,504 |
QORVO Qorvo Inc | Other | 24,793 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 7 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 281.8K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-17% vs national
Drive Alone
73.8%
-6% vs national
Public Transit
2.4%
+162% vs national
Work From Home
11.8%
+27% vs national
Carpool
8.2%
Walk / Bike
2.5%
combined
How Greensboro's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
33
2023
6-Year Avg
37
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
11
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
22
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 2 |
| 2022 | 40 | 42 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 47 | 49 | 0 | 14 | 1 |
| 2020 | 34 | 35 | 12 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 31 | 31 | 8 | 10 | 0 |
| 2018 | 28 | 29 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Greensboro, NC is 19 minutes, which is 17.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 73.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.8% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. Public transit is used by 2.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.2% of workers carpool. 2.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 33 traffic fatalities from 33 fatal crashes. 11 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.3%
of households
No Internet
7.7%
of households
Total Households
121,189
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.4%
of households
Smartphone
89.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
79.9%
of households
Tablet
61.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-22% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-32% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
+3% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Greensboro vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Population Served
321,041
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREENSBORO, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 319,588 | 0 |
| QUARTERSTONE FARM/COUNTRY XING | Community | Ground water | 683 | 1 |
| HUNTINGTON WOODS MHP | Community | Ground water | 300 | 0 |
| CIRCLE M MHP | Community | Ground water | 195 | 0 |
| CEDAR PARK MHP | Community | Ground water | 112 | 1 |
| MEADOWS AT QUARTERSTONE S/D | Community | Ground water | 112 | 1 |
| O`HENRY MHP | Community | Ground water | 51 | 0 |
88.9% of households in Greensboro have broadband internet access. 78.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.7% of households have no internet access. 9.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 7 water systems, providing water to 321,041 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Greensboro is located in Guilford County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Greensboro.
Election Overview
Source: Guilford County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
171,118
60.2%
GOP Votes
109,077
38.4%
Total Votes
284,114
Margin
D+21.8%
Shift from 2020
R+1.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 171,118 | 109,077 | 284,114 | 60.2% | 38.4% | D+21.8 |
| 2020 | 173,086 | 107,294 | 284,486 | 60.8% | 37.7% | D+23.1 |
| 2016 | 147,949 | 97,461 | 252,087 | 58.7% | 38.7% | D+20.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Guilford County recorded 284,114 total votes. Democrats won the county with 60.2% of the vote compared to 38.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+21.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Guilford County has shifted 1.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2,144
Total Assets
$11.0B
Total Income
$2.8B
Per 10K Residents
71.8
nonprofits
+32.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
229
Median Assets
$412K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $7.2B of $11.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Greensboro
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFGreensboro, NC has 2,144 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $11.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 283 organizations. 229 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 71.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,321
Total Approved
$580.0M
Jobs Supported
14,987
Per 10K Residents
44.2
SBA loans
-51.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
161
Top Lender
Truist Bank
197 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,204
Total Amount
$507.5M
Avg Loan
$421,495
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$382.0M(75%)
Jobs Supported
13,472
Loans
117
Total Amount
$72.6M
Avg Loan
$620,188
Median Loan
$419,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
253
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$203.8M
35% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$805,558
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beard Hardwoods Inc. | 7 | $21.0M |
| Wescare Professional Services Llc. | 2 | $5.8M |
| Msm Gso Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Lakshmi Maa Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Guilford Hospitality Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 7 Sharps Airpark Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Allwave Site Solutions | 1 | $5.0M |
| Hometown Studios Greensboro | 1 | $4.8M |
| Triangle Warehouse & Distribution Services Inc. | 4 | $4.6M |
| Htvec Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
Greensboro, NC has received 1,321 SBA loans totaling $580.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,204 loans (91% of the total), supporting 13,472 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 117 loans totaling $72.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Greensboro is Truist Bank with 197 loans. That works out to 44.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
15
Total Population
366,603
Avg Median Income
-$88,825,601
Avg Home Value
-$88,692,609
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27282 | 14,729 | $86,270 | $267,400 | $1,374 | 14.7 |
| 27301 | 10,897 | $82,116 | $227,200 | $1,630 | 33.3 |
| 27313 | 8,009 | $77,929 | $211,800 | $873 | 27.9 |
| 27342 | 72 | $113,750 | $182,100 | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27401 | 21,788 | $44,524 | $138,300 | $883 | 5.8 |
| 27403 | 20,675 | $56,722 | $218,600 | $998 | 5.8 |
| 27405 | 52,525 | $46,498 | $150,600 | $1,002 | 31.4 |
| 27406 | 63,661 | $56,748 | $191,800 | $1,103 | 69.4 |
| 27407 | 52,583 | $59,308 | $203,800 | $1,113 | 29.4 |
| 27408 | 16,229 | $89,524 | $331,000 | $1,139 | 7.7 |
| 27409 | 16,927 | $57,862 | $189,200 | $1,173 | 19.9 |
| 27410 | 54,317 | $84,225 | $308,200 | $1,307 | 31.9 |
| 27411 | 1,649 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 27412 | 3,150 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 27455 | 29,392 | $93,841 | $324,200 | $1,231 | 28.7 |
Greensboro, NC has 15 ZIP codes with a combined population of 366,603. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$88,825,601. The average median home value is -$88,692,609. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,411.
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