Roanoke, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Randolph County County
Roanoke, AL
At a Glance
How Roanoke Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Roanoke's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Roanoke a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Roanoke residents earn a median household income of $48,083 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,900. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 470 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Roanoke is $129,100 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $150,803. Median rent is $589/month, with 26.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Roanoke reports 776 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 104% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,899/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Roanoke hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Roanoke has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches.