Burlington, NC vs Winston-Salem, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Burlington
68.8
#1278 nationally
Winston-Salem
69.3
#1238 nationally
Burlington leads in walk score (33 vs 22). Winston-Salem leads in crime level (22.2 vs 26.1). Winston-Salem leads in average commute (21.6 min vs 23.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burlington, NC | Winston-Salem, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1278) | 69.3 (#1238) |
| Population | 60,032 | 252,975 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $257,731 | $265,029 |
| Median Household Income | $52,963 | $54,416 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 21.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 26.1 | 22.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.2 | D+13.2 |
D+
68.8 Score
Burlington, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$257,731
Population
60,032
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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D+
69.3 Score
Winston-Salem, NC
Growing North Carolina city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$265,029
Population
252,975
Crime
High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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