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Ronda, NC

North Carolina · Yadkin County · Winston-Salem Metro

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.

3.0 /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 305 sunny days/yr
249 Violent Crime/100K 11,064 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
249 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,018
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 249/100K
34% 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
Ownership71.6%
Zillow$205,503
Housing Units188
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent249/100K
Property11,064/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking20.8%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.0%
EV Stations7
Libraries4

Is Ronda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ronda receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ronda is below the national average at 249 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,064 per 100,000, 464% above the national average.

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 5.7/10.

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. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 2.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
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. Per capita income is $21,655 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $868, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 798 business establishments, including 60 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 16.2% of workers work from home.

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
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living94.30 (100=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 median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,503, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% 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. 71.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 188 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $2,700 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership71.6%
Owner-Occupied71.6%
Renter-Occupied28.4%
Housing Units188
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Ronda, 40.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 36.5% have high blood pressure. 20.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 28.8% are physically inactive. 29.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 13.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,132. The dentist ratio is 1:4,683. 51.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,132
Dentists1:4,683
Mental Health1:1,049
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42
Ronda has a violent crime rate of 249 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 11,064 per 100,000, 464% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ronda receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent249.2/100K
34% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property11,064.0/100K
464% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ronda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 305 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 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,034 feet.

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)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates36.2217°N, 80.9432°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyYadkin County County
Nearest AirportStatesville Regional (SVH)
32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.0"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.53"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score38.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability65.7 / 100
Community Resilience23.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 76 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 114 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 76 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 141 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 142 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 132 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 110 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 85 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 93 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 65 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 141 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 138 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 130 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 124 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 139 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 114 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 118 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 58 km
Feb 8, 2005 15 km E of Vansant, Virginia M2.7 142 km
Aug 30, 2010 7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee M2.7 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Isabel (2003, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Isabel Category 1 295 km
1996 Fran Category 3 232 km
1989 Hugo Category 1 170 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

225 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 200 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 55 km 0
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 83 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 57 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 55 km 0
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 89 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF3 64 km 0
May 22, 1985 EF3 62 km 0
May 26, 2022 EF2 30 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 61 km 0
Feb 6, 2020 EF2 87 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 67 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 49 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 45 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 37 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 79 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 86 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 96 km 2
Apr 8, 2011 EF2 93 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 61 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 94 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 98 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 93 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 82 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 95 km
2006 BULL MOUNTAIN 3,300 86 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 89 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 88 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 65 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 97 km
2010 HUFF HOLLOW 1,566 98 km
2016 HORTON 1,480 57 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,460 98 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,388 93 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,348 88 km
2013 TANK HOLLOW 1,340 87 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,304 89 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,171 93 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,149 76 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,124 65 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
March 47°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
November 47°F (9°C) 3.4 in Driest
December 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in

Ronda has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and November the driest (3.4").

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Ronda is located in Yadkin County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 80.8% of the vote, a 62.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 42 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.71
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Avg Download Speed246.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed90.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%
Average costs for common services in Ronda. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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$593
Toddler$469
Preschool$395
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$520
Toddler$479
Preschool$470
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Yadkin County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,465 48 $49,239 2.98
Construction 1,030 106 $63,290 1.95
Accommodation & Food Services 933 70 $17,694 1.02
Retail Trade 905 110 $32,917 0.90
Transportation & Warehousing 810 21 $46,899 1.90
Health Care & Social Assistance 675 62 $44,178 0.47
Administrative & Waste Services 629 63 $39,571 1.06
Information & Technology 174 12 $80,237 0.92
Other Services 152 66 $32,605 0.50
Finance & Insurance 132 38 $59,222 0.32
Arts & Entertainment 109 12 $15,474 0.64
Agriculture & Forestry 86 14 $44,286 1.06
Real Estate 33 26 $50,728 0.21
Educational Services 12 6 $46,138 0.06
Unclassified 1 1 $18,438 0.07

Schools in Ronda

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Wilkes High School High 495 30 16.5:1
East Wilkes Middle School Middle 375 25 15.0:1
Ronda-Clingman Elementary School Elementary 315 18 17.5:1
Roaring River Elementary School Elementary 177 13 13.6:1
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Radio Stations near Ronda

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
96.9 The Kat country AAC
WPAQ 740AM 106.7FM Voice of the Blue Ridge bluegrass, bluegrass gospel AAC 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ronda

11 campgrounds found near Ronda.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BERRY MOUNTAIN PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $25
BOOMER PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 Free
Fish Dam Creek Park 5.0/5 1 $50
KEOWEE PARK SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $40
FORT HAMBY PARK 4.6/5 36 $30–$125
Doughton Park Campground 4.5/5 123 $30–$45
WARRIOR CREEK 4.5/5 63 $22–$85
BANDITS ROOST 4.4/5 103 $20–$85
Basin Cove Backcountry Camping 4.3/5 8 $15
Dam Site Shelter 2.8/5 1 $50
W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room $50

National Parks Near Ronda

30 national parks and monuments found near Ronda.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Claytor Lake State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hanging Rock State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
New River Trail State Park State Park Free
Pilot Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free

Trails Near Ronda

1 trails found near Ronda.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
HIGHTREE ROCK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes

Museums in Ronda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILKES HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 E MAIN ST3366673171$143,648
WILKES ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3366672841$133,538
JAMES LARKIN PEARSON LIBRARY-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1328 S COLLEGIATE DRIVE

Libraries in Ronda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NORTHWESTERN REGIONAL LIBRARY111 N FRONT ST0.0404,862

Farmers Markets in Ronda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dobson Farmers Market302 West Folger Street04/21/2016 to 10/27/2016Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Elkin Farmers Market226 North Bridge Street04/16/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Wilkes County Farmers' Market842 CBD Loop04/15/2017 to 09/30/2017Tue: 3:30 PM-5:30 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Ronda

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Corner Cafe

Cafes in Ronda

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ed's Hometown Cafe

Gyms in Ronda

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #661756581
US #661756693

Breweries in Ronda

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Skull Camp BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink2000 N Bridge St

Cell Towers in Ronda

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3232 Fox Knob RoadTOWER94
2700 Woodruff RoadTOWER94

Fire Stations in Ronda

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ronda Community Volunteer Fire Department12164 Elkin Highway 268Volunteer336-835-1631
Shepherds Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.6188 White Plains RDVolunteer336-957-2950

Bridges in Ronda

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200211419,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous20052116,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200314015,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20031168,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20041197,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20041287,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20031457,000G
Tee BeamConcrete19382306,900F
Arch (Deck)Concrete19371576,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19646454,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19664714,200F
SlabPrestressed concrete20161483,500G
CulvertSteel1960241,300F
CulvertSteel1960271,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1979761,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20001151,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19672251,200F
CulvertConcrete continuous1927211,000F
CulvertConcrete continuous1962421,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1968185820G
CulvertSteel198836660G
CulvertSteel196027660F
CulvertSteel199133600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200838540F
CulvertConcrete continuous195726440F
SlabPrestressed concrete201270440G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196025410P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195761370F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196826360F
CulvertConcrete continuous200025310G
CulvertConcrete continuous200038310G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196441250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2018100210F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2003211200G
CulvertSteel199223190F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201228170G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196131160P
SlabConcrete201530120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201726120F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198490120P
SlabPrestressed concrete202270120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201935110G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201726100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197141100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196226100F
SlabPrestressed concrete199892100F
CulvertSteel19902380G

Airports Near Ronda

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Smith Reynolds AirportINTMedium Airport
Alexander County AirportSmall Airport
Ashe County AirportSmall Airport
Atwell AirportSmall Airport
Bahnson AirportSmall Airport
Barringer FieldSmall Airport
Boone Inc AirportSmall Airport
Boonville AirportSmall Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek AirportSmall Airport
Bradley FieldSmall Airport
Broadway AirfieldSmall Airport
Brown AirportSmall Airport
Bush AirportSmall Airport
Catron FieldSmall Airport
Corriher FieldSmall Airport
Davidson County Executive AirportSmall Airport
Duncan AirportSmall Airport
Elkin Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Enochville AirportSmall Airport
Ervin AirfieldSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AirportSmall Airport
Flying S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Georgia Road FieldSmall Airport
Gold Hill AirportSmall Airport
Goodnight's AirportSmall Airport
Groundhog Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Gryder-Teague AirportSmall Airport
Hamptonville AirportSmall Airport
Happy Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Heavenly Acres AirportSmall Airport
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
Johnston AirportSmall Airport
Lake Norman AirparkSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Lone Hickory AirportSmall Airport
Lonesome FieldSmall Airport
Long Island AirparkSmall Airport
Lower Creek AirportSmall Airport
Marchmont Plantation AirparkSmall Airport
Maxwell AirportSmall Airport
Micro AirportSmall Airport
Mid-Carolina Regional AirportSRWSmall Airport
Miller Air ParkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ronda

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
801 Main Street
Dobson Police Dpartment
Jonesville Police Department1503 NC-67
Wilkes County Sheriff's Office381 Executive Drive
Wilkes County Sheriff's Office381 Executive Drive

Grocery Stores in Ronda

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Clingman Pit Stop IncConvenience Store4830 Clingman Rd
Dollar General 16761Other11773 Elkin Highway 268
Dollar General 30804Other130 Pardue Farm Rd
Foster's Grocery & HardwareConvenience Store12192 Elkin Highway 268
Porter's GroceryConvenience Store8224 Elkin Hwy
The Junction 1Convenience Store6849 White Plains Rd

Post Offices in Ronda

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office8157 Elkin Highway

Treatment Centers in Ronda

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Stepping Stone of North Carolina - Stepping Stone of WilkesSubstance Abuse336-568-0271
Synergy Recovery IncSubstance Abuse336-667-7191 x0

DOL Wage Violations in Ronda

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $363 in back wages owed to 8 employees.

1
Violations
$363
Back Wages Owed
8
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
140961 - CAROLINA PRECISION FIBERS, INC [OSHA] 28670 All Other Converted Paper Product Manufacturing 1 $363 $45 8

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ronda

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
WILKES FAITH TEMPLE5048 WILKES YADKIN RD

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Historic Markers
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ronda

What is the population of Ronda?

Ronda has a population of 468 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 433 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Ronda expensive to live in?

Ronda 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 $49,018, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,200 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ronda safe?

Ronda is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 249 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,064 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ronda receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ronda?

Ronda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Ronda?

The job market in Ronda is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $868. There are 798 business establishments in the area, including 60 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 16.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ronda?

The median home value in Ronda is $114,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,503. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,700.

How are the schools in Ronda?

Schools in Ronda score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.5% of adults in Ronda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ronda?

The obesity rate in Ronda is 40.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.8% of adults are smokers. 28.8% are physically inactive. 29.6% of residents report depression. 13.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 51.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,132.

What is transportation like in Ronda?

The average commute in Ronda is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ronda?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ronda is 97.6% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 2.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.5% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

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