Kernersville, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Guilford County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kernersville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
27,439
2023 ACS
Median Income
$69,923
2023
Median Home Value
$264,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,052
2023
Median Age
38.7
Unemployment
3.8%
Cost of Living Index
111.8
100 = national avg
Kernersville is a city in Guilford County, North Carolina, with a population of 27,439 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kernersville is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Kernersville is $69,923, and the median home value is $264,000. The cost of living index is 111.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,052 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, and the median age is 38.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
27,439
Male
13,037
47.5%
Female
14,402
52.5%
Median Age
38.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
24.9%
High School or Higher
41.9%
Foreign Born
6.4%
Veterans
5.8%
Married
41.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.467
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
69.7%
Foreign Born
6.4%
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
11.1%
3,037 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.9%
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+)
25,920
English Only
89.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,092 speakers
Limited English
4.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.5%
Limited English Proficiency
4.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,582
5.8% of population
Disability Rate
30.5%
482 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$57,820
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,375
86.9%
Female Veterans
207
13.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$57,820
Non-Veteran Income
$41,988
Difference
$15,832
37.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
482
Without Disability
1,100
Disability Rate
30.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
16,032
#1 Ancestry
English
16.0% (4,379)
#2 Ancestry
German
10.1% (2,763)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.2% (2,253)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
12,074
Family Households
6,867
56.9%
Married Couples
5,158
42.7%
Non-Family Households
5,207
43.1%
Single Mother Households
1,191
9.9%
Single Father Households
518
4.3%
Living Alone
4,461
36.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,560
In Married Couple
3,461
62.2%
With Single Mother
1,500
27.0%
With Single Father
599
10.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$92,351
Married Couple Income
$114,788
Single Mother Income
$61,597
Single Father Income
$64,500
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
227
Grandparents Responsible
109
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$69,923
-5% vs national
Per Capita Income
$39,468
+6% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.5%
-15% vs national
Gini Index
0.4349
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.8%
-27% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.6%
of households
How Kernersville Compares
Kernersville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Kernersville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kernersville, NC has a median household income of $69,923, making it the 12,341st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher median household income than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kernersville, NC has a per capita income of $39,468, making it the 8,905th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher per capita income than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kernersville, NC has a poverty rate of 11.5%, making it the 14,795th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher poverty rate than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kernersville, NC has a unemployment rate of 3.8%, making it the 15,195th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher unemployment rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kernersville. The median household income here is $69,923.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
-35% vs NC avg
Labor Force
14,686
Employed
14,093
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
24.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.7
Work from Home
9.6%
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
111.8
100 = national avg
+11.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,210
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,315
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 Kernersville, NC is $69,923, which is 4.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $39,468. The poverty rate of 11.5% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4349, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 14,686. 24.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 80.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 111.8, which is 11.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,210 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median List Price
$298,190
Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Days on Market
62
Active Inventory
91
Months of Supply
2.9
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$315,307
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,749
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
31
New Listings
27
Pending Sales
41
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$159
Median List $/SF
$170
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Kernersville, 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 Kernersville alone.
Metro area: Greensboro-High Point, NC
Kernersville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Kernersville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kernersville, NC has a median home value of $264,000, making it the 8,558th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher median home value than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kernersville, NC has a median rent of $1,052, making it the 9,069th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher median rent than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Kernersville, NC has a price per square foot of $159, making it the 11,662nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher price per square foot than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kernersville, NC has a rent burden of 18.1%, making it the 11,793rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kernersville has a higher rent burden than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$264,000
Median Rent
$1,052
Total Housing Units
12,647
Vacancy Rate
4.5%
Owner Occupied
56.1%
Renter Occupied
43.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,606
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,196
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,606
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
of home value
Median Home Value
$264,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,638
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,606) by the median home value ($264,000). In Kernersville, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.99%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Kernersville, NC is $330,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 62 days on the market. 12.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $159. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,749/month. About 56.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1993. There are 12,647 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,606. The effective tax rate is 0.99%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.28
per 1,000 residents
-12% vs national
Property Crime Rate
31.48
per 1,000 residents
+83% vs national
Total Crimes
963
2024
Violent Clearance
69%
cases solved
Property Clearance
41%
cases solved
YoY Change
-28.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Kernersville Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Kernersville vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Kernersville 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)Kernersville police solve 200% of rape cases but only 12% 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 | 2 | 0.07 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 2 | 0.07 | 200.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 7 | 0.25 | 57.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 54 | 1.89 | 64.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 99 | 3.47 | 25.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 750 | 26.30 | 44.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 49 | 1.72 | 12.2% |
Kernersville, NC reported 65 violent crimes and 898 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.28 per 1,000 residents is 12.3% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 69% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 750 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 35.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 65 | 898 | 2.28 | 31.48 |
| 2023 | 91 | 1,055 | 3.20 | 37.13 |
| 2022 | 75 | 970 | 2.77 | 35.83 |
| 2021 | 83 | 861 | 3.31 | 34.34 |
| 2020 | 81 | 1,042 | 3.26 | 41.96 |
| 2019 | 66 | 1,141 | 2.64 | 45.68 |
| 2018 | 71 | 970 | 2.89 | 39.48 |
| 2017 | 82 | 1,249 | 3.39 | 51.56 |
| 2016 | 102 | 1,143 | 4.26 | 47.74 |
| 2015 | 41 | 688 | 1.72 | 28.80 |
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
$1.3M
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 | $1.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.7M | $41K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Tornado and Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | May 2018 | — | — |
| 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 | — | $6K |
| 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 29 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.
Kernersville 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. $1,283,180 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
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.2%
0.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
0.8pp below 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
34.9%
Arthritis
27.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.3%
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
16.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.2%
Loneliness
31.9%
Lack of Support
21.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.1%
Mobility
14.2%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
5.1%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Kernersville has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.2%, 0.7pp above the national average. About 9.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.8 mi
Novant Health Forsyth Medical ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center | 13.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Medical Park Hospital | 13.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
| Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center | 17.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, The | 17.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Lifebrite Community Hospital Of Stokes | 24.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
512
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CANTEBURY TRAILS | 279 | 0 |
| PIEDMONT ESTATES | 233 | 0 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
80.8%
+3% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-32% vs national
Work From Home
9.6%
+3% vs national
Carpool
7.0%
Walk
1.3%
How Kernersville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
3-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Kernersville, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 80.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.6% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 7.0% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
79.9%
of households
No Internet
5.1%
of households
Total Households
12,074
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.4%
of households
Smartphone
90.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
84.7%
of households
Tablet
67.3%
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
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Kernersville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
2
Population Served
512
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANTEBURY TRAILS | Community | Ground water | 279 | 0 |
| PIEDMONT ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 233 | 0 |
90.8% of households in Kernersville have broadband internet access. 79.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.1% of households have no internet access. 6.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 512 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kernersville is located in Guilford County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kernersville.
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.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
211
Total Assets
$67.2M
Total Income
$31.8M
Per 10K Residents
76.9
nonprofits
+10.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
11
Median Assets
$61K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $61.4M of $67.2M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Kernersville
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFKernersville, NC has 211 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $67.2M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 35 organizations. 11 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 76.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
211
Total Approved
$94.7M
Jobs Supported
2,050
Per 10K Residents
76.9
SBA loans
+38.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
54
Top Lender
Truist Bank
29 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
189
Total Amount
$80.6M
Avg Loan
$426,213
Median Loan
$130,000
SBA Guaranteed
$58.7M(73%)
Jobs Supported
1,652
Loans
22
Total Amount
$14.1M
Avg Loan
$641,545
Median Loan
$277,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
40
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$42.9M
45% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,072,943
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Doctor | 1 | $5.0M |
| Culver's of Kernersville | 1 | $4.5M |
| Hodges Electrical Inc. | 2 | $3.9M |
| Kennco Holding Co. Inc. | 2 | $3.9M |
| Star Care Network Inc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Alina Hospitality L.l.c. | 1 | $3.4M |
| Om Sai Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.4M |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Kernersville South | 1 | $3.2M |
| Fn Prestige Worldwide Llc | 1 | $2.9M |
| Communication Access Partners Inc | 4 | $2.5M |
Kernersville, NC has received 211 SBA loans totaling $94.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 189 loans (90% of the total), supporting 1,652 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 22 loans totaling $14.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Kernersville is Truist Bank with 29 loans. That works out to 76.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
265,486
Avg Median Income
-$60,536,885
Avg Home Value
-$60,382,651
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27009 | 3,493 | $83,300 | $244,300 | $1,207 | 16.5 |
| 27051 | 7,674 | $70,825 | $193,900 | $1,151 | 18.3 |
| 27101 | 21,881 | $44,611 | $201,500 | $970 | 12.5 |
| 27105 | 41,257 | $41,580 | $151,300 | $888 | 33.7 |
| 27107 | 51,305 | $59,897 | $201,700 | $889 | 66.2 |
| 27110 | 2,171 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27235 | 4,963 | $101,440 | $281,200 | $1,932 | 13.3 |
| 27265 | 50,123 | $70,929 | $239,400 | $1,123 | 41.5 |
| 27284 | 57,119 | $80,739 | $259,500 | $1,086 | 78.8 |
| 27310 | 8,573 | $149,743 | $495,500 | N/A | 17.9 |
| 27409 | 16,927 | $57,862 | $189,200 | $1,173 | 19.9 |
Kernersville, NC has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 265,486. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$60,536,885. The average median home value is -$60,382,651. The average median monthly rent is -$121,211,174.
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