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Rolesville, NC

North Carolina · Wake County · Raleigh-Cary Metro

Rolesville is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 10,200. Residents earn $148,250 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
10,200 Population 1,455/sq mi density
$148,250 Median Income $51,228 per capita
$467,400 Home Value $494,745 Zillow
$982 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
123 Violent Crime/100K 2,190 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$148,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$467,400 home value, $982/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
123 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $148,250
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $467,400
66% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 123/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.5%
97% higher than US avg
Median Rent $982
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

How Rolesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,200
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density1,455/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,250
Per Capita$51,228
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$128,428M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$467,400
Rent$982
Ownership92.2%
Zillow$494,745
Housing Units3,152
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

F
Violent123/100K
Property2,190/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault61/100K
Burglary368/100K

Health

Obesity28.7%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking8.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation421 ft (128 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.5%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+26.5%
School Score6.57

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries23

Is Rolesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rolesville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rolesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rolesville is $148,250, which is significantly higher than the national average / 97% above $75,149. This places Rolesville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rolesville is $467,400, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $982 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Rolesville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,190 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Rolesville is a highly educated community / 66.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rolesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rolesville has a population of 10,200 with a density of 1,455 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (59.2%), with 29% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.9% of residents, while 8.1% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,200
Total Population
1,455
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rolesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rolesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rolesville is $148,250, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,228 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,477. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 50,997 business establishments, including 2,765 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 28.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rolesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,250
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,477
IRS Avg AGI$117,835
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,997
County GDP$128,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,765
Healthcare3,559
Retail3,595
Manufacturing605

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rolesville is $467,400, 66% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,745. Homes sell for 98.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $982 (16% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 92.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,152 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2013. The average annual property tax is $5,347 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$467,400
66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$494,745
Median List Price$424,490

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$424,490
$/Sq Ft$196
Homes Sold33
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops27.5%
Inventory102

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$982
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,900
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.2%
Owner-Occupied92.2%
Renter-Occupied7.8%
Housing Units3,152
Median Year Built2013

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,347
53% above US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Rolesville, 28.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.2% of residents, below the national average. 30.3% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 15.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.6% experience frequent mental distress. 6.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,157. The dentist ratio is 1:1,344. 98.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-26)

PM2.5
3.4
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
3.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.1
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
50.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
154.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Rolesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD3.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity15.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress8.5%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,157
Dentists1:1,344
Mental Health1:233
Checkup Rate80.3%
Dental Visits71.3%
Premature Death5,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Rolesville has a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 61.4 per 100,000, robbery at 40.9, rape at 20.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,190 per 100,000, 12% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,760, burglary at 368, vehicle theft at 61 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 91 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rolesville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rolesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent122.8/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape20.5/100K
Robbery40.9/100K
Assault61.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,189.9/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary368.4/100K
Theft1,760.1/100K
Vehicle Theft61.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91
Traffic Accidents340
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rolesville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 421 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density1,455/sq mi
Coordinates35.9246°N, 78.4615°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWake County County
Nearest AirportRaleigh-Durham International (RDU)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0414 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)12.0 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.09 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.30 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience87.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 26, 2019.

Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 123 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 300 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 225 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 245 km
2018 Florence Category 2 201 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 248 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 217 km
2011 Irene Category 1 200 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 233 km
2004 Alex Category 2 268 km
2004 Charley Category 1 237 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 110 km
1999 Irene Category 2 285 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 152 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 168 km
1996 Fran Category 3 83 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 129 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 275 km
1986 Charley Category 1 213 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 271 km
1984 Diana Category 4 215 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

336 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 31 fatalities, 816 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 27 km 4
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 99 km 3
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 90 km 16
Sep 27, 2024 EF3 60 km 0
Aug 8, 2024 EF3 54 km 1
Jul 19, 2023 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 84 km 0
Nov 15, 2008 EF3 53 km 1
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 67 km 2
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 54 km 0
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 95 km 0
Mar 4, 1977 EF3 96 km 0
May 15, 1972 EF3 93 km 0
Mar 24, 1969 EF3 84 km 1
Nov 8, 1957 EF3 69 km 0
Mar 15, 1953 EF3 37 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 88 km 0
May 13, 2019 EF2 11 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 65 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 48 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LYNCH ROAD (1,824 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 LYNCH ROAD 1,824 60 km
2006 OVERHILLS 1,436 91 km
2008 SYCAMORE SHORES 1,044 94 km
2008 HIGHWAY 1 766 23 km
1995 UNNAMED 510 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

Rolesville has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (3.1").

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Rolesville is located in Wake County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 66.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 97% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 26.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 61.9% of the vote, a 25.5-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 23 public libraries serving the community. 3,559 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.4%
D 61.9%

Winner: Democrat by 25.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)91
Traffic Accidents340
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.5%
97% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+26.5%
School Test Score6.57
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,455/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi
CountyWake County County

Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Avg Download Speed229.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed79.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries23
Healthcare Facilities3,559
Restaurants2,765
Retail Stores3,595

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.3%
Average costs for common services in Rolesville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141-$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189-$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94-$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754-$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71-$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141-$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24-$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47-$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141-$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19-$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377-$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94-$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47-$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141-$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772-$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377-$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187-$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472-$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715-$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886-$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754-$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189-$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943-$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71-$236)
Manicure $24 ($14-$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24-$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47-$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83-$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36-$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36-$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83-$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77-$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57-$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75-$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38-$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47-$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71-$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132-$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28-$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54-$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28-$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566-$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472-$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189-$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377-$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715-$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47-$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19-$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141-$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94-$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,331
Toddler$1,088
Preschool$817
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$938
Toddler$872
Preschool$875
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wake County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 78,504 4,719 $70,412 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 76,654 11,966 $120,319 1.69
Retail Trade 64,802 3,854 $41,933 0.99
Accommodation & Food Services 58,175 3,060 $26,407 0.98
Administrative & Waste Services 50,495 3,954 $59,052 1.31
Construction 45,432 4,330 $85,109 1.33
Finance & Insurance 26,563 2,721 $125,357 1.00
Wholesale Trade 25,832 2,601 $113,865 1.00
Information & Technology 24,763 2,119 $149,317 2.02
Manufacturing 23,638 947 $106,929 0.44
Other Services 21,292 4,155 $56,002 1.08
Transportation & Warehousing 19,364 1,050 $49,993 0.70
Arts & Entertainment 13,484 746 $33,505 1.23
Real Estate 12,178 2,721 $73,797 1.20
Educational Services 11,890 942 $49,266 0.88
Management of Companies 9,906 294 $142,259 0.90
Utilities 2,070 100 $119,712 0.83
Agriculture & Forestry 1,037 95 $63,395 0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas 284 18 $430,084 0.11
Unclassified 39 162 $88,159 0.04

Schools in Rolesville

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rolesville High High 2,373 128 18.5:1
Rolesville Middle Middle 1,021 57 17.9:1
Rolesville Charter Academy (Charter) Elementary 632 32 19.8:1
Sanford Creek Elementary Elementary 609 43 14.2:1
Rolesville Elementary Elementary 496 39 12.7:1
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Radio Stations near Rolesville

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Afrobeats jazz afrobeats, amapiano MP3
WCMC-FM 99.9 The Fan ESPN carolina hurricanes, sports AAC+ 64 kbps
WCPE TheClassicalStation classical AAC+ 128 kbps
Jukin Oldies beach music, oldies MP3 64 kbps
WCPE The Classical Station classical OGG
WXDU 88.7 FM Duke University Radio duke, durham MP3 128 kbps
WRAL News+ local news, news AAC+ 64 kbps
100.7 WRDU - UNKNOWN
His Radio christian, contemporary AAC+ 96 kbps
95.7 That Station aaa, adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
WKNC 88.1 HD2 college radio, indie MP3 192 kbps
WKNC 88.1 HD1 blues, classical MP3 192 kbps
Little Raleigh Radio: High quality 64 Kbps AAC+ country, independent radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Savage Radio - MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Rolesville

18 national parks and monuments found near Rolesville.

ParkTypeFee
Carver's Creek State Park State Park Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park State Park Free
Deep River State Trail State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Eno River State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area State Park Free
Medoc Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area State Park Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail State Park Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Occoneechee State Park State Park Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Staunton River Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Staunton River State Park State Park Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Rolesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FRANKIE G. WEEMS GALLERYART MUSEUM9197608332$73,708,156
LOUISBURG COLLEGE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9194962521$20,381,469
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9197332290$6,590,439
MARBLES KIDS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9198344040$5,974,352
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCESNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM11 W JONES ST9197337450$5,740,617
NORTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9197079800$5,740,617
PRESERVATION NCHISTORIC PRESERVATION9198323652$2,300,522
RALEIGH SCHOOL OF NURSE ANESTHESIAGENERAL MUSEUM9192509740$659,358
VISUAL ARTS EXCHANGEART MUSEUM9198287834$344,075
CAPITAL AREA PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1101 HAYNES STREET9198336404$288,483
RALEIGH CITY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9199962220$176,171
JOEL LANE MUSEUM HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION160 SOUTH SAINT MARYS STREET9198333431$147,450
HAYWOOD HALL COMMITTEEHISTORY MUSEUM9198328357$123,602
NORTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9194342603$61,309
EXECUTIVE MANSION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION9198077950$58,702
YATES MILL ASSOCIATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION4620 LAKE WHEELER ROAD$47,848
RALEIGH HISTORIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION219 FAYETTEVILLE STREET9198327238$35,897
RALEIGH HALL OF FAMEHISTORY MUSEUM9199092753$19,956
LORD GRANVILLE AGRICULTURALHERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$10,885
HISTORIC WOODVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6018887830$8,745
AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOARD OF TRUSTEES - NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CENTURY POST OFFICE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
CHINQUA-PENN PLANTATION REIDSVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CREATIVITY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9193259134
DOROTHEA DIX PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION1213 DIXIE TRAIL9197876378
DR. M. T. POPE HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREEN ENGINEERINGGENERAL MUSEUM9192770784
GREGG MUSEUM OF ART AND DESIGNART MUSEUM9195153503
HERITAGE SOCIETY OF FRANKLIN COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9198533293
HISTORIC INTERPRETATIONSGENERAL MUSEUM9193391558
INSTITUTE FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
J. C. RAULSTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9195153132
LITTLE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NCCU ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM
NCSG ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM9196646740
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM5 EAST EDENTON STREET9198077900
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUMS COUNCILGENERAL MUSEUM
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY INSECT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9195152011
NORTH CAROLINA TRANSPORTATION HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM6608 SIX FORKS ROAD #2019192720063
OLD HICKORY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIEDMONT RAILROAD MUSEUM & LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM11 WEST JONES ST
RALEIGH CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3912 WHITE CHAPEL WAY3362726524
RALEIGH FIRE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION105 KEETER CENTER DRIVE
SPRING GREEN PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SS UNITED STATES PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
VISUAL ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM9198287834
WAKELONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Rolesville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES4020 CARYA DR0.03,758,990
FRANKLIN COUNTY LIBRARY906 N MAIN ST0.0192,839

Farmers Markets in Rolesville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Creedmoor Farmers Market214 North Main Street
Franklin County Farmers' MarketVisit
Midtown Farmers Market4150 Main at North HIlls04/16/2016 to 11/05/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Moore Square Farmers Market500 Block Fayetteville St.04/24/2013 to 10/30/2013Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
North Raleigh Farmers' Market1145 Falls River AvenueApril to OctoberWed:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market400 block of Fayetteville Street, City Plaza04/30/2014 to 10/29/2014Wed: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
State Farmers Market 1201 Agriculture St 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Wake Forest Farmers Market150 N. White St.04/05/2014 to 11/22/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
WakeMed Farmers Market3000 New Bern Ave05/05/2015 to 05/19/2015Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Wendell Farmers MarketMay to OctoberSat:9:00 am - 1:00 pm;Visit
Zebulon Farm Fresh Market103 N Arendell Ave05/02/2020 to 08/29/2020Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Rolesville

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jumbo China
Los Tres Magueyes
Los Tres Magueyes
Off The Hook
Pie-Zanos

Cafes in Rolesville

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black and White Coffee Roasters
The Coffee Lodge

Theatres in Rolesville

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Dentists in Rolesville

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amy H. See DDS, PA
Elan Dental

Veterinaries in Rolesville

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell Mill Animal Hospital
Rolesville Veterinary Hospital
US #587036172

Gas Stations in Rolesville

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Exxon
Frazier's Store
Sheetz
Shell
Speedway

Banks in Rolesville

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Employees Credit Union
Truist

Gyms in Rolesville

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Granite Falls
Planet Fitness
Workout Anytime

Breweries in Rolesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beltline Brew ToursBrewery Tours, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, TourGlenwood Ave9192851228
Big Boss Brewing CompanyBrewery, Beer Garden, Pub1249 Wicker Dr9198340045Visit
BrewBrewers111 Seaboard Ave 1169198966198
Compass Rose BreweryFood & Drink, Brewery North Raleigh, Breweries3201 Northside Dr9198755683Visit
Crafty Beer ShopBrewery and Beer Garden2005 Fairview Rd9196153008Visit
Grand Touring Transportation - Green Machine Raleigh Brew TourFood & Drink, Tours & Activities, Brewery Tours, tour, Tour512 Three Sisters Rd19199990345
Lynnwood Brewing ConcernBrewery East Raleigh1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd9194247533
Neuse River Brewing CompanyBrewery Five Points518 Pershing Rd Raleigh4043867522Visit
Nickelpoint Brewing CoBars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery506 Pershing Rd9199165961Visit
Oak City BrewingBrewery and Beer Garden616 N 1st Ave9193738487Visit
Office TavernBar and Dive Bar, breweries & brew pubs710 W Johnson St
Pepsi Bottling Ventures LlcBottlers, Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Other Manufacturers, Wholesalers4141 Parklake Ave 6009198652300
Raleigh Brewing CoBrewers3701 Neil Saint 37099194009086
Smoothie KingHealth Food Stores, Health Food Stores, Breweries, Wholesale Foods3101 Edwards Mill Rd 1079197838330
Trophy Brewing Co. & TaproomBrewery656 Maywood Ave9198031333Visit
White Street Brewing CoBrewers400 Park Ave9195696761

Pharmacies in Rolesville

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 3918 411 SOUTH MAIN STREET 919-570-6100
RITE AID - 11381 402 SOUTH MAIN STREET 919-569-9957

EV Charging Stations in Rolesville

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
WAKE EMC ROLESVILLE TH502 Southtown CirChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Rolesville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
0.1 MI SW OF INT ROLESVILLE AND US 401 (Rolesville / 090247)TOWER129
SR 1224 MAY RDTOWER127
(Lake Wendell site) 16739 Buffalo RoadTOWER105
RALEIGH MARKETTOWER81

Fire Stations in Rolesville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Rolesville Rural Fire Department104 E Young STMostly volunteer919-556-2064

Bridges in Rolesville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200229927,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200029924,750G
CulvertConcrete continuous19623217,000F
CulvertSteel19883613,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous20193912,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous1940489,200F
CulvertConcrete continuous1962367,000P
CulvertConcrete continuous1962255,300F
SlabPrestressed concrete20051035,300G
SlabPrestressed concrete20121333,200G
CulvertConcrete continuous2020252,500G
CulvertSteel1994272,200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20061352,200G
SlabPrestressed concrete2003981,500G
SlabPrestressed concrete20151531,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198436950F
SlabPrestressed concrete200287800F
CulvertConcrete200832800G
SlabPrestressed concrete201572600G
CulvertConcrete202030100G

Amtrak Stations in Rolesville

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
North Carolina State Fair, NC1025 Blue Ridge RoadTRAIN
Raleigh, NC510 West Martin StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Rolesville

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
EFFINGHAM COUNTY POWER, LLC411 FAYETTEVILLE STREET MALLWAKE
MALLINCKRODT-RALEIGH PHARMACEUTICAL PLANT8801 CAPITAL BOULEVARDWAKE
NOMACO ZEBULON501 INNOVATIVE WAYWAKE

Airports Near Rolesville

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Johnston Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Lake Country Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional AirportRWIMedium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force BaseGSBMedium Airport
Aaron Penston Field-Small Airport
Bagwell Airport-Small Airport
Ball Airport-Small Airport
Barclaysville Field-Small Airport
Barker Field-Small Airport
Boyd Field-Small Airport
C A G Farms Airport-Small Airport
Charles Field-Small Airport
Cox Airport-Small Airport
Cox-Grantham Airfield-Small Airport
Crooked Creek Airport-Small Airport
Daghita Airport-Small Airport
Deck Airpark-Small Airport
Deer Run Airport-Small Airport
Double S Airport-Small Airport
Easley Acres Airport-Small Airport
Fiddleair Airport-Small Airport
Flyers Airpark-Small Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier Field-Small Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport Airport-Small Airport
Hawks Nest Airport-Small Airport
Henderson Oxford Airport-Small Airport
Hinton Field-Small Airport
Holeman Field-Small Airport
Kenly Airport-Small Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport-Small Airport
Larry F Warren Field-Small Airport
Loop Field Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Martindale Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Merifield Airport-Small Airport
Miles Airport-Small Airport
Moretz Riverside Landing Airport-Small Airport
Moss Hill Airport-Small Airport
Mount Olive Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Nocarva Airport-Small Airport
Noles Field-Small Airport
North Raleigh Airport-Small Airport
Peacock STOLport-Small Airport
Phillip R Bunn Airport-Small Airport
Pineview Air Airport-Small Airport
Raleigh East Airport-Small Airport
Raleigh Executive Jetport-Small Airport
Raleigh Regional Airport at Person County-Small Airport
Riley Field-Small Airport
Ruby's Landing-Small Airport

Police Stations in Rolesville

16 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
134 US-1
Creedmoor Police Department111 West Masonic Road
Franklin County Sheriff285 T Kemp Road
Franklinton Police Department
Franklinton Police Department7 West Mason Street
Garner Police Department912 7th Avenue
Knightdale Public Safety - Police Division
North Hills Public Safety
Raleigh Police - Southeast District
Raleigh Police Department Headquarters6716 Six Forks Road
Raleigh Police Department Special Operations Division1221 Front Street
Raleigh Police Department-Northeast District5230 Greens Dairy Road
Wake County Public Safety Center
Wake Forest Police Department225 South Taylor Street
Wake Forest Police Dept Substation
Wendell Police Department9 South Pine Street
Zeublon Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rolesville

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS PHARMACY 3918Other402 S Main St
CVS PHARMACY 7555Other2902 Forestville Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 0801Other411K S Main St
Dollar General 15257Other5174 US 401 Hwy S
Dollar Tree 7336Other8440 Louisburg Rd
Family Dollar 10367Other4050 Mitchell Mill Rd
FOOD LION 669Supermarket405 S Main St
Lowe's Food Store 226Supermarket8440 Louisburg Rd
Publix North Carolina LP 1855Supermarket821 S Main St
Refuel 1125Convenience Store413 S Main St
Riley Hill MartConvenience Store6237 Riley Hill Rd
Sheetz 620Convenience Store7513 Ramble Way
Sheetz 925Convenience Store2825 Forestville Rd
Super StopConvenience Store4101 Mitchell Mill Rd
The Downtown Rolesville Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets302 S Main St
United Food MartConvenience Store418 S Main St

Post Offices in Rolesville

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Qwik Pack & Ship Raleigh2920 Forestville Road
Rolesville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rolesville

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adult South Campus - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-900-5400 x5492
AIM Advaita Integrated MedicineBoth919-893-4465
Baldwins Counseling/Consulting ServsSubstance Abuse919-291-7313
Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings HealthcareMental Health919-261-8566
Bruson Group Inc - DBA New Beginnings Healthcare Phase IIMental Health919-261-8566
Carolina Outreach LLC - RaleighBoth919-615-1027
Childrens Campus - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-250-7600
Genesis DWI Services LLCSubstance Abuse919-321-6643
Green Hill Recovery LLCSubstance Abuse919-204-1106
Journeys in Mental Health and WellnessSubstance Abuse919-374-7283
Monarch - BH Wake 3Both866-272-7826
Monarch - BH Wake 5Both866-272-7826
Raleigh Methadone Treatment Ctr (RMTC)Substance Abuse919-781-5507
Relief Integrated HealthcareSubstance Abuse919-729-1708
The Pines - Holly Hill HospitalBoth919-250-7004 x7004

DOL Wage Violations in Rolesville

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $69,127 in back wages owed to 112 employees.

4
Violations
$69,127
Back Wages Owed
112
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sundance Cleaning - - 27571 - 1 $42,379 $1,034 41
Daysi Cleaning Services - - 27571 - 1 $15,686 $475 33
Rhymes & Reasons, Inc. - - 27571 - 2 $9,989 $312 32
The Haven at Rolesville - - 27571 - 1 $1,073 $179 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rolesville

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COVERED IN LOVE INC508 ADKINS RIDGE RD
HAITIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HECC534 IRINA DR
LINKED 2 HEAVEN CORP1026 VIRGINIA WATER DR
PASTOR SAM MINISTRIES INC700 PINE SPUR LN
REGENERATION TEMPLE401 LINDSAYS RUN
ST PETERS CHURCH OF CHRIST INC845 MIDDLE GROUND AVE
THE MASTERS HANDS CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 724
VILLAGE CHURCH ROLESVILLE410 SOUTHTOWN CIR
WAKE POINTE CHURCHPO BOX 569

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rolesville

What is the population of Rolesville?

Rolesville has a population of 10,200 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,455 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Rolesville expensive to live in?

Rolesville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $148,250, 97% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $467,400 (66% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $982 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rolesville safe?

Rolesville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,190 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rolesville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rolesville?

Rolesville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Rolesville?

The job market in Rolesville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,477. There are 50,997 business establishments in the area, including 2,765 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 28.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rolesville?

The median home value in Rolesville is $467,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,745. For renters, the median monthly rent is $982. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 92.2%. The average annual property tax is $5,347.

How are the schools in Rolesville?

Schools in Rolesville score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 66.5% of adults in Rolesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 26.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rolesville?

The obesity rate in Rolesville is 28.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.3% of adults are smokers. 15.6% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 6.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 98.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,157.

What is transportation like in Rolesville?

The average commute in Rolesville is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 66% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rolesville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rolesville is 59.2% White, 29% Black or African American. 91.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.1% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

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