Madison, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Rockingham County County
Madison, NC
At a Glance
How Madison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Madison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Madison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Madison residents earn a median household income of $49,964 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,423. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,908 business establishments, including 152 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Madison is $144,900 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,325. Median rent is $730/month, with 18.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Madison reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,171/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Madison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Madison has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.