Winston-Salem, NC
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 205,093 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The city is located on the Piedmont Plateau in the north-central part of the state.
Cultural Attractions
The Old Salem Museum and Gardens demonstrates life as the early Moravians settlers lived it. Art lovers will also want to visit the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, renowned for its collection of American masterpieces.
Recreation
Salem Lake is a popular site for fishing and boating. Runners and cyclists will enjoy the 6.9-mile trail that rings the lake. Golfers can play on some of the finest courses in the country, including Tanglewood Park.
Historical
The city is the birthplace of Krispy Kreme doughnuts. The first were sold to local grocery stores here in 1937.
Economy
Winston-Salem is home to Reynolds American, parent company of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., the second-largest cigarette manufacturing company in the United States.
| Population [details] | 205,093 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 369.96 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 33.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 50.44 °F/28.04 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.9 °F/66.95 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 41.39 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 257 |
| Cost of living [details] | 90.93 |
| State sales tax | 4.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Charlotte (62.61 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | PIEDMONT TRIAD INTERNATIONAL (18.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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