Median Age
49 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
27%
Pfafftown
Pfafftown, NC Area Guide
A welcoming community outside of Winston-Salem
Commuter
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Community
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Quiet
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Quaint
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Suburban
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Pfafftown, pronounced “Poff-town,” is a close-knit community only eight miles outside of Winston-Salem. This commuter-friendly suburb is known for its quiet environment and well-kept, upscale residential neighborhoods. Houses in the area range from affordable to upscale, each offering their own unique charm. The village of Pfafftown is perfect for renters interested in a welcoming community, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a quick commute into Winston-Salem, home to potential job opportunities and an array of entertainment options. Enjoy proximity to top-notch local restaurants, museums, universities, theatres, and city parks. Pfafftown is just minutes from the Reynolda House Museum of American Art, Historic Bethabara Park, and BB&T Field.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,978
Average: $92,812
Education
912
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,401
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Pfafftown has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
15%
Non-Renters
85%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%
Getting Around
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Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
768 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,146 Students
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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.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Riverwood Therapeutic Riding Center
- SciWorks Science Center
- Reynolda Gardens
- Horne Creek Farm
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Piedmont Triad International
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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.