Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
22%
Clemmons
Clemmons, NC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,131
Population
20,517
Renter Mix
29% Rent
A cozy, historic village just 10 miles from Winston-Salem.
Family-Friendly
•
Green Space
•
Riverfront
•
Universities
•
Fast-Growing
•
Community
•
Nestled along the Yadkin River in Forsyth County, Clemmons is a historic village that moves at its own pace while staying closely connected to the pulse of Winston-Salem, just 10 miles to the northeast. Rolling hills, mature trees, and the sprawling green expanse of Tanglewood Park give everyday life here a distinctly unhurried quality. Clemmons Road serves as the commercial backbone of the village, lined with shops, eateries, and local businesses that make errands feel less like a chore. Interstate 40 runs straight through town, making commutes into Winston-Salem quick and convenient.
Renters in Clemmons will find a mix of townhomes and apartment communities tucked into well-landscaped settings, many offering spacious floor plans at rates that tend to be friendlier than larger metro areas nearby. Options range from garden-style communities surrounded by green space to more updated builds with modern amenities. Winston-Salem State University and Wake Forest University are easily reachable, adding an energetic academic presence to the broader area. Each winter, Tanglewood Park transforms into a dazzling drive-through display for the Festival of Lights, an event recognized as one of the top holiday attractions in the entire country.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$84,293
Average: $106,450
Education
8,016
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,239
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Clemmons has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
29%
Non-Renters
71%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Clemmons, NC is $1,136 for one bedroom, $1,334 for two bedrooms, and $1,592 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clemmons has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,136/month
782 Sq Ft
House
$2,164/month
1,918 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,771/month
923 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clemmons, NC is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
789 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
704 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
523 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,348 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Tanglewood Park Arboretum & Rose Garden
- Reynolda Gardens
- Children's Museum of Winston-Salem
- Old Salem Museums & Gardens
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Piedmont Triad International
Top Apartments in Clemmons
Houses for Rent in Clemmons
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.