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Kernersville, NC

Looking to move to Kernersville, NC? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Kernersville, NC is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Kernersville, NC has a population of 27350. What about cost of living in Kernersville, NC? The median income in Kernersville, NC is $71,401 and the median home value is $261,206.

Read on to learn more about Kernersville, NC, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Kernersville, NC

Average Temperatures

69 high / 49 low

Average Annual Rainfall

45 in

Average Annual Snowfall

6 in

Quick Facts about Kernersville, North Carolina

Median Home Value
$261,206
Median Property Tax
$2,560
Total Population
27,350
Average Commute
21 min
Median Household Income
$71,401
Median Monthly Rent
$855

Map of Kernersville, NC

Education, Careers and Opportunity in Kernersville, NC

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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