Goldston Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Goldston, located in Chatham County, NC, had a population of approximately 242 people as of the 2020 Census. The median age was around 47.2 years. The gender distribution was fairly even, with 50.2% male and 49.8% female residents. Racially, the population was 74% White, 13% Black or African American, and 10% Hispanic or Latino, with other races making up the remaining percentage.

Goldston, a small town in Chatham County, NC, features a homeownership rate of roughly 75%, with median home values near $170,000 as of 2023. Rentals are limited, with median monthly rents around $900. The market has seen modest 5% annual value growth. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and older properties. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural. Property tax rates in Chatham County are approximately $0.62 per $100 of assessed value, making it relatively affordable compared to nearby urban areas.

Goldston, a small town in Chatham County, NC, is served primarily by Goldston Elementary School under Chatham County Schools. For high school, students typically attend schools in neighboring towns, such as Chatham Central High School. Local schools have an average GreatSchools score of 5/10. Approximately 83% of adults have a high school diploma, while about 14% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is rated average, with limited on-site resource officers. Educational programs include standard K-5 curriculum, though enrichment options are limited due to size. No universities or higher education institutions are located within Goldston.

Goldston, a small town in Chatham County, NC, has limited public transportation options, with over 90% of residents commuting by private vehicle and average commute times around 32 minutes, slightly above the national average. Nearly 95% of households own at least one vehicle. There is no fixed-route public transit; most rely on personal cars or Chatham Transit Network demand-response services. Major employment hubs are located outside town, notably in Sanford (10 miles) and Pittsboro (16 miles). Goldston’s transportation infrastructure primarily consists of local roads connecting to US Highway 421.

Goldston, a small town in Chatham County, NC, lacks its own hospital, with residents primarily relying on nearby medical centers such as UNC Health in Siler City, about 10 miles away. Local healthcare access is limited to a handful of clinics and primary care providers. Chatham County’s uninsured rate is about 14%, slightly above the NC average. The population is predominantly White (65%) and Black (20%), with 9% Hispanic. Common health issues include diabetes (11%), hypertension (34%), and obesity (31%). Patient demographics skew older, reflecting a median age of 41 years.