Kernersville City Property Records in North Carolina

Kernersville property records document ownership, deeds, plats, tax assessments, parcel boundaries, zoning, permits, and related land-use history for properties within the Town of Kernersville. Because Kernersville lies primarily in Forsyth County, with portions in Guilford County, users should confirm the property’s county before searching. Recorded deeds, plats, and liens are available through the Forsyth County Register of Deeds or, for properties in the Guilford portion, the Guilford County Register of Deeds. Tax values, parcel data, and GIS maps can be accessed through Forsyth County Tax Administration, Forsyth County GeoData Explorer, Guilford County Tax Department, and Guilford County GIS. Zoning, planning, and permitting information may be obtained from the Town of Kernersville Community Development Department. Court-related property matters, such as foreclosures, estates, or judgments, may be searched through the Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court or Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court, depending on jurisdiction.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$69,923
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$264,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,606
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.99%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,052 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
56%
Population
Population:
27,439

Kernersville Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

The Crime Rates section shows the number of crimes reported in Kernersville, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crime figures include murder, robberies, and assaults, while property crime figures include total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts. Kernersville recorded 2 murders, 7 robberies, and 54 assaults.

Kernersville recorded 898 property crimes, including 99 burglaries and 49 motor vehicle thefts. Together, these counts show the types and volume of reported crime in Kernersville.

Users can use these figures to see which categories account for the most reported incidents. The section lists counts for each category only and does not include information beyond these reported crimes.

Robberies
Robberies:
7
Burglary
Burglary:
99
Murder
Murder:
2
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
49
Theft
Theft:
750
Assault
Assault:
54
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
2

What Is the Population Profile of Kernersville

Kernersville's racial and ethnic composition is led by White residents, who make up 67% of the population (18,378 people). Black residents are the second-largest group at 17% (4,680 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 11% (3,037 people). The remaining groups are Two + Races at 2% (606 people), Asian at 2% (585 people), American Indian at 0.28% (77 people), Other Race at 0.28% (76 people), and Pacific Islander at 0% (0 people).

White
67%
18,378
Black
17%
4,680
Hispanic
11%
3,037
Asian
2%
585
Two + Races
2%
606
Other Race
0.28%
76
American Indian
0.28%
77
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Kernersville, Ratings Compared Across North Carolina A-

Kernersville's community ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Diversity earns the highest grade at A, followed by Access to Parks at A-. Other notable ratings include Weather, Access to Outdoor Activities, Good for Families, Good for Retirees, Good for Young Professionals, and Jobs at B+, while Walkability and Access to Coffee Shops are rated B-. Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Kernersville.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
B-
Weather
Weather
B+
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Kernersville

Kernersville's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (25%), Bachelor Degree (23%), and Some College (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
25%
Bachelor Degree
23%
Some College
13%
Associate Degree
12%
Masters Degree
10%
Below High School
8%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Kernersville's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (38%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (35%) and 1960 - 1979 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

2000 - Present
38%
1980 - 1999
35%
1960 - 1979
20%
1940 - 1959
5%
Before 1939
3%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Kernersville's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (32%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (30%) and 4 Bedrooms (19%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
32%
2 Bedrooms
30%
4 Bedrooms
19%
1 Bedroom
14%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Kernersville's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (17%), 25 - 34 (14%), and 45 - 54 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
17%
25 - 34
14%
45 - 54
13%
55 - 64
12%
10 - 17
12%
35 - 44
12%
Under 10
10%
18 - 24
9%

Property Market Trends at Kernersville

Kernersville's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $264,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,052 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Kernersville's dynamic real estate landscape.

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