Wilson, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Wilson County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wilson based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
47,740
2023 ACS
Median Income
$47,294
2023
Median Home Value
$192,000
2023
Median Rent
$925
2023
Median Age
39.1
Unemployment
7.4%
Cost of Living Index
89.2
100 = national avg
Wilson is a city in Wilson County, North Carolina, with a population of 47,740 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wilson is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Wilson is $47,294, and the median home value is $192,000. The cost of living index is 89.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $925 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, and the median age is 39.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
47,740
Male
22,191
46.5%
Female
25,549
53.5%
Median Age
39.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.5%
High School or Higher
37.7%
Foreign Born
6.1%
Veterans
4.5%
Married
35.1%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.604
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
49.2%
Foreign Born
6.1%
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
11.3%
5,404 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian 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+)
45,161
English Only
88.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
4,560 speakers
Limited English
3.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.4%
Limited English Proficiency
3.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,158
4.5% of population
Disability Rate
25.5%
551 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$41,846
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,967
91.1%
Female Veterans
191
8.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$41,846
Non-Veteran Income
$29,157
Difference
$12,689
43.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
551
Without Disability
1,607
Disability Rate
25.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
13,880
#1 Ancestry
English
8.3% (3,964)
#2 Ancestry
American
4.7% (2,255)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.1% (1,935)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
19,967
Family Households
11,550
57.8%
Married Couples
7,458
37.4%
Non-Family Households
8,417
42.2%
Single Mother Households
3,060
15.3%
Single Father Households
1,032
5.2%
Living Alone
7,157
35.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,679
In Married Couple
5,438
56.2%
With Single Mother
3,303
34.1%
With Single Father
938
9.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$67,926
Married Couple Income
$87,488
Single Mother Income
$30,137
Single Father Income
$37,326
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
918
Grandparents Responsible
404
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$47,294
-35% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,203
-19% vs national
Poverty Rate
25.1%
+84% vs national
Gini Index
0.5143
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.4%
+42% vs national
SNAP Recipients
21.8%
of households
How Wilson Compares
Wilson vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wilson is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wilson, NC has a median household income of $47,294, making it the 22,579th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher median household income than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wilson, NC has a per capita income of $30,203, making it the 17,048th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher per capita income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wilson, NC has a poverty rate of 25.1%, making it the 4,669th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher poverty rate than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wilson, NC has a unemployment rate of 7.4%, making it the 6,746th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher unemployment rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wilson. The median household income here is $47,294.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.4%
+28% vs NC avg
Labor Force
22,065
Employed
20,289
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.1
Work from Home
6.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the North Carolina metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
89.2
100 = national avg
-10.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,266
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,812
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$794
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,025
per month
The median household income in Wilson, NC is $47,294, which is 35.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,203. The poverty rate of 25.1% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5143, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 22,065. 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 6.0% working from home. About 80.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 89.2, which is 10.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,266 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median List Price
$306,200
Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Days on Market
77
Active Inventory
145
Months of Supply
4.1
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$215,579
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,398
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
11.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
17.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
35
New Listings
30
Pending Sales
39
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$138
Median List $/SF
$160
Wilson vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wilson is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wilson, NC has a median home value of $192,000, making it the 12,853rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher median home value than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wilson, NC has a median rent of $925, making it the 11,826th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher median rent than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wilson, NC has a price per square foot of $138, making it the 13,744th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher price per square foot than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wilson, NC has a rent burden of 23.5%, making it the 4,725th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wilson has a higher rent burden than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$192,000
Median Rent
$925
Total Housing Units
22,358
Vacancy Rate
10.7%
Owner Occupied
48.6%
Renter Occupied
51.4%
Median Property Tax
$1,875
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,079
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,875
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
of home value
Median Home Value
$192,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,052
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,875) by the median home value ($192,000). In Wilson, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.98%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wilson, NC is $220,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 77 days on the market. 11.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $138. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,398/month. About 48.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 22,358 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,875. The effective tax rate is 0.98%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.79
per 1,000 residents
+123% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.03
per 1,000 residents
+40% vs national
Total Crimes
1,426
2024
Violent Clearance
65%
cases solved
Property Clearance
29%
cases solved
YoY Change
+10.0%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Wilson Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wilson vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wilson 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)Wilson police solve 69% of aggravated assault cases but only 27% of larceny/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 | 12 | 0.25 | 66.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 13 | 0.27 | 61.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 30 | 0.63 | 40.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 222 | 4.64 | 68.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 137 | 2.86 | 37.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 900 | 18.82 | 26.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 112 | 2.34 | 41.1% |
Wilson, NC reported 277 violent crimes and 1,149 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.79 per 1,000 residents is 122.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 65% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 900 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 60.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 277 | 1,149 | 5.79 | 24.03 |
| 2023 | 250 | 1,246 | 5.27 | 26.24 |
| 2022 | 245 | 1,171 | 5.16 | 24.64 |
| 2021 | 295 | 1,233 | 5.96 | 24.91 |
| 2020 | 271 | 1,448 | 5.48 | 29.26 |
| 2019 | 220 | 1,545 | 4.46 | 31.31 |
| 2018 | 253 | 1,719 | 5.12 | 34.82 |
| 2016 | 259 | 1,832 | 5.21 | 36.84 |
| 2015 | 301 | 2,031 | 6.09 | 41.08 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
76.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
72.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
51.6
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
28
Public Assistance
$11.0M
Individual Assistance
$2.7M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
15 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Eta → | Severe Storm | Mar 2021 | $9K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $206K | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $554K | $120K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $2.5M | $807K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.6M | $181K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $443K | $48K |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $887K | $82K |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $144K | — |
Showing 20 of 30 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
497
Total Claims Paid
$12,613,921
Avg Claim Payout
$25,380
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
13
Federal Funding
$16,111,815
Properties Protected
251
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.56
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $8,670,249 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $7,500 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 1 | $25,500 |
| CRS Plan | 1 | $12,602 |
| 700.1: Management Costs - Salaries | 1 | $352,189 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wilson has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, hurricane, drought. The area has had 28 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (15 declarations). 497 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $11,031,748 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,721,482 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 13 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
23.3%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.0%
6.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.4%
3.8pp 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
37.5%
Arthritis
32.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.4%
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
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.3%
Loneliness
33.4%
Lack of Support
26.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
41.3%
Mobility
22.2%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
8.3%
Vision
9.7%
Self-Care
7.4%
Independent Living
12.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Wilson has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.3%, near the national average. About 14.4% of adults lack health insurance. 82.8% 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
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Wilson Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Medical Center | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Unc Health Nash | 18.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Unc Health Care Wayne | 25.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cherry Hospital | 25.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Vidant Edgecombe Hospital | 26.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
59,683
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WILSON, CITY OF | 50,001 | 0 |
| WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST | 5,370 | 0 |
| WILSON CO SOUTHEAST WATER DIST | 4,312 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
85.0K MT
Top Emitter
Ardagh Glass Inc. (Wilson)
44.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Ardagh Glass Inc. (Wilson) Ardagh Glass Inc | Minerals | 44,661 |
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE INCORPORATED Bridgestone Americas Inc | Other | 40,373 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 85.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
80.7%
+3% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-84% vs national
Work From Home
6.0%
-36% vs national
Carpool
9.0%
Walk / Bike
2.1%
combined
How Wilson's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
12
2023
6-Year Avg
8
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Wilson, NC is 20 minutes, which is 14.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.0% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 9.0% of workers carpool. 2.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 12 traffic fatalities from 11 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
81.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.1%
of households
No Internet
14.0%
of households
Total Households
19,967
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
85.9%
of households
Smartphone
79.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.8%
of households
Tablet
47.8%
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).
Wilson 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
3
Population Served
59,683
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILSON, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 50,001 | 0 |
| WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST | Community | Purchased ground water | 5,370 | 0 |
| WILSON CO SOUTHEAST WATER DIST | Community | Purchased ground water | 4,312 | 0 |
81.9% of households in Wilson have broadband internet access. 70.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.0% of households have no internet access. 14.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 59,683 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. Wilson is located in Wilson County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wilson.
Election Overview
Source: Wilson County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
19,909
49.8%
GOP Votes
19,750
49.4%
Total Votes
39,978
Margin
D+0.4%
Shift from 2020
R+2.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19,909 | 19,750 | 39,978 | 49.8% | 49.4% | D+0.4 |
| 2020 | 20,754 | 19,581 | 40,735 | 50.9% | 48.1% | D+2.9 |
| 2016 | 19,527 | 17,410 | 37,593 | 51.9% | 46.3% | D+5.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Wilson County recorded 39,978 total votes. Democrats won the county with 49.8% of the vote compared to 49.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+0.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Wilson County has shifted 5.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
294
Total Assets
$566.3M
Total Income
$209.8M
Per 10K Residents
61.6
nonprofits
-9.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
21
Median Assets
$350K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $518.5M of $566.3M 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 Wilson
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWilson, NC has 294 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $566.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 55 organizations. 21 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 61.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
182
Total Approved
$94.9M
Jobs Supported
1,228
Per 10K Residents
38.1
SBA loans
-69.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
51
Top Lender
Truist Bank
21 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
156
Total Amount
$81.6M
Avg Loan
$523,299
Median Loan
$200,000
SBA Guaranteed
$61.4M(75%)
Jobs Supported
972
Loans
26
Total Amount
$13.2M
Avg Loan
$508,346
Median Loan
$267,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
34
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$24.8M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$729,212
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 |
|---|---|---|
| K & N Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Shivam Development Inc | 2 | $4.2M |
| Freckson Operating Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
| High Mountain Co Inc | 3 | $3.3M |
| Le Bleu Central Distributors Inc. | 2 | $3.0M |
| Alpha Omega Autoworks of Wilson Llc | 1 | $2.8M |
| Days Inn | 1 | $2.7M |
| Myles Home Health Agency Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
| Patco Lodging of Wilson, Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Shree Sahajanand Hospitality Llc | 1 | $2.3M |
Wilson, NC has received 182 SBA loans totaling $94.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 156 loans (86% of the total), supporting 972 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 26 loans totaling $13.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Wilson is Truist Bank with 21 loans. That works out to 38.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
75,235
Avg Median Income
$59,176
Avg Home Value
$161,567
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27813 | 714 | $47,337 | $111,400 | $950 | 1.1 |
| 27822 | 7,745 | $61,189 | $157,800 | $854 | 87.6 |
| 27851 | 5,366 | $61,556 | $127,200 | $775 | 44.3 |
| 27880 | 3,976 | $76,903 | $206,400 | $992 | 25.6 |
| 27893 | 38,626 | $40,180 | $153,000 | $894 | 109.0 |
| 27896 | 18,808 | $67,893 | $213,600 | $1,093 | 35.2 |
Wilson, NC has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 75,235. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $59,176. The average median home value is $161,567. The average median monthly rent is $926.
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