Ronda, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Ronda is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 468. Residents earn $49,018 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
468 Population 433/sq mi density
$49,018 Median Income $21,655 per capita
$114,200 Home Value $205,503 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,018 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,200 home value, $900/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,018
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,018
Per Capita$21,655
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$1,334M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,200
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,503
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation1,034 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries4

Is Ronda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ronda receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ronda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ronda is $49,018, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ronda is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ronda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ronda has a population of 468 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

468
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ronda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ronda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ronda is $49,018, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ronda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,018
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,655
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$62,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,334M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare42
Retail107
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ronda is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,503.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,503

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Ronda, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Ronda has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates36.2217°N, 80.9432°W
County FIPS37197
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

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