Name: Winston-Salem, NC
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Living in Winston-Salem, NC

Ranks better than 63% of areas Follow

Population

245,787

Median Age

35.9 Years

Winston-Salem Area Facts

Winston-Salem has a Livability Score of 63_/100, which is considered average
Winston-Salem crime rates are 59% higher than the North Carolina average
Cost of living in Winston-Salem is 2% higher than the North Carolina average

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What do the locals think about Winston-Salem?

58%

Family friendly

42%

Public transit is accessible

44%

Walkable to grocery stores

42%

Yards are well-kept

60%

Lots of parks

44%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

53%

A quiet area

67%

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Winston-Salem Reviews

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Perfect for Families or Broke College Kids, Not for Singles 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 25, 2022) I moved to Winston-Salem after graduating. Big mistake. If you're a college student, I think it's a cheap, pretty place to live. If you have a family, I think it's a cheap, pretty place to live. If you are in your mid 20's - mid 30's, it's pretty rough. I've tried meeting people ...Read More on Hinge and BumbleBFF, but there's not much to do! Everyone I've spoken to says the same: it's a very sleepy town and a nightmare for dating and making friends.
The parks are lovely. If you must live here, get a dog and hit the dog parks. That's where I've made most of my friends. If you are into nature, you couldn't be in a better spot: day trips to mountains, day trips to beaches, waterfalls, etc.
If you're looking for an active social/dating life: I'd recommend a pass. Read Less

Good Place to have a family, not so much for a 20 something 3 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 16, 2021) I have lived in Winston-Salem my entire life, and growing up it was great. I moved back after college and it has gone downhill as far as things to do at my age. Other than shopping there really isn't much, the down town has very little nightlife and meeting people is next to impo ...Read More ssible. The only people in their 20's that live here are Wake Forest University kids. For families though its pretty great, good neighborhoods and schools, but not if you're single and young. Read Less

Winston Salem - A 21st Century City with Great History 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 05, 2010) I live in North Carolina, not so far from Winston Salem. My wife and I always enjoy visiting the city . For us, the number 1 attraction in Winston Salem and the place we enjoy most is Old Salem. This authentic European-style village was restored to show what life was like in the ...Read More early days of our country. It will probably exceed your expectations; but don't go on Sundays, because some buildings are not open.

The SciWorks and Children's Museum of Salem both have interesting exhibits and are well worth a visit. The Children's Museum has many interactive displays and proved to be a fun stop for kids.

Winston Salem is the home base where Krispy Kreme donuts were first created. If you are so unfortunate as to not have eaten them (and even if you have), you must pay this scrumptious place a visit.

This city is also the home of Wake Forest University. It is one of the great universities in the south. Overall, there are many reason to visit the city of Winston Salem, even though I have only named a few. Read Less

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Winston Salem - A 21st Century City with Great History 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 05, 2010) I live in North Carolina, not so far from Winston Salem. My wife and I always enjoy visiting the city . For us, the number 1 attraction in Winston Salem and the place we enjoy most is Old Salem. This authentic European-style village was restored to show what life was like in the ...Read More early days of our country. It will probably exceed your expectations; but don't go on Sundays, because some buildings are not open.

The SciWorks and Children's Museum of Salem both have interesting exhibits and are well worth a visit. The Children's Museum has many interactive displays and proved to be a fun stop for kids.

Winston Salem is the home base where Krispy Kreme donuts were first created. If you are so unfortunate as to not have eaten them (and even if you have), you must pay this scrumptious place a visit.

This city is also the home of Wake Forest University. It is one of the great universities in the south. Overall, there are many reason to visit the city of Winston Salem, even though I have only named a few. Read Less

Compare Winston-Salem, NC Livability

Winston-Salem, NC

Winston-Salem is one of North Carolina’s most livable cities, with a mild year-round climate, diverse neighborhoods, and an affordable cost of living. Winston-Salem’s downtown area is bustling but not overwhelming. Historic neighborhoods in the west, northwest, and southern sections of the city feature beautiful homes and leafy, quiet streets.

If you’re looking for a city that still has a small-town feel, Winston-Salem is perfect. Folks moving from a larger metro area will be pleasantly surprised by the slower pace of life balanced by the wide variety of things to do. Over the last decade, the population has shifted to younger professionals and families, and amenities have been designed with them in mind. Winston-Salem is also home to several universities, including Wake Forest University, Salem College, The University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and Winston-Salem State University.

Once a town known for manufacturing and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, today Winston-Salem is a city known for jobs in technology, healthcare, and business. The newly-designated Innovation Quarter near downtown is friendly to entrepreneurs and startup companies.

The downtown area has undergone a renaissance in the last few years, with lots of former industrial spaces turned into apartments, office space, restaurants, shops, and breweries. But there’s also plenty of green space — the city has over 25 miles of trails and greenways and 80 parks, including nearby Salem Lake. For history fans, Old Salem is a recreation of the original town settlement. Visitors can feel as though they’ve gone back in time, and walk through a 16th-century town...yet are just a few steps away from shops and restaurants in the heart of the city. The Reynolda Museum of American art showcases world-renowned artists in a lavishly decorated 19th-century mansion. For sports fans, there's baseball at the new downtown stadium, winter hockey, and drag racing at Bowman Gray Stadium.

Home and rental prices are slightly lower than average, and the cost of living in Winston-Salem is affordable, compared to other U.S. cities. One drawback is that crime is slightly higher than average in some parts of the city. Compared to larger cities in North Carolina like Charlotte or Raleigh, Winston-Salem boasts the same quality of living, with lower costs and less traffic.

Public transportation options are slim. However, the Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus system offers routes that cover the major shopping centers and business districts throughout the city. The Piedmont Area Transit Authority is offers another set of bus routes to surrounding towns, commuter lots, the closest airport, and train stations.

Known as the City of Arts and Innovation, there are plenty of activities, festivals, sports, and concerts to keep residents entertained year round. The Downtown Arts District is a fun, walkable area with art galleries, restaurants, shops, cafes, and breweries. To make up for the lack of public transportation options, there is plenty of parking throughout the city.