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Roanoke Rapids, NC
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Roanoke Rapids, NC
At a Glance
How Roanoke Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Roanoke Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Roanoke Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Roanoke Rapids residents earn a median household income of $53,981 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,306. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,094 business establishments, including 99 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Roanoke Rapids is $129,400 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,378. Median rent is $816/month, with 29.1% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Roanoke Rapids reports 892 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 135% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,918/100K. The murder rate is 27.9/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Roanoke Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Roanoke Rapids has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.