What are the schools like in Winfall, NC?

Winfall is served primarily by Perquimans County Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.0:1.

What is the median household income in Winfall?

The median household income in Winfall, NC is $59,732 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.1%.

What is the weather like in Winfall, NC?

Winfall has an average high temperature of 52.4°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.3 inches.

Winfall, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Winfall, NC affordable or expensive?

Winfall's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Winfall is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $321,100 and the median rent is $1,087 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Winfall, NC?

Winfall has a violent crime rate of 245.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 839.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Winfall, NC a Good Place to Live?

Winfall is a small town of 900 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $59,732 and a 14.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Winfall stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Winfall is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Winfall city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.9

Winfall's overall cost of living index is 96.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Winfall costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Winfall, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$321,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,087	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,732	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Winfall's violent crime rate is 245.1 per 100,000 residents — 36% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

245.1 /100k

Property Crime

839.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Winfall is served primarily by Perquimans County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Winfall, NC	National Avg
School District	Perquimans County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Winfall sees average highs of 52.4°F in January and 89.0°F in July, with 51.1 inches of annual precipitation and 2.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Winfall, NC
Average High — January	52.4°F
Average High — July	89.0°F
Annual Precipitation	51.1"
Annual Snowfall	2.3"

Demographics

Metric	Winfall, NC	National Avg
Population	900	—
Median Age	39.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	53.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	39.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.2%	22.2%
65 and over	27.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hertford, NC 2 mi Edenton, NC 13 mi Elizabeth City, NC 13 mi Arrowhead Beach, NC 14 mi Chowan Beach, NC 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Winfall

Winfall, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27985

Winfall vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winfall, NC affordable or expensive?

Winfall's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Winfall roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $321,100 and median rent is $1,087/month.

What is the crime rate in Winfall, NC?

Winfall's violent crime rate is 245.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 839.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Winfall?

Public schools in Winfall are operated by Perquimans County Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1. 19.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Winfall, NC a good place to live?

Winfall, NC has a population of 900, a median household income of $59,732, and an unemployment rate of 14.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Winfall?

Winfall averages 52.4°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.1 inches with about 2.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Winfall?

Winfall, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27985.

What is the population of Winfall?

The population of Winfall, North Carolina is 900 with a median age of 39.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Winfall?

Key numbers for living in Winfall: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $321,100, median household income $59,732, crime index 55 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Winfall side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.