Median Income
$19,155
75% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.4%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.9%
52% higher than US avg
How Roper Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population586
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans5.7%
Economy
D
Median Income$19,155
Per Capita$13,738
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$356M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,100
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,146
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity46.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+70.3%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute20 min
Broadband43.6%
Libraries1
Is Roper a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Roper receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Roper has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Roper is $19,155, 75% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Roper is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Roper enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Roper has a population of 586 with a density of 681 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66%), with 27.1% White.
Population
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
The median household income in Roper is $19,155, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,155 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $13,738 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,246 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.4% |
| 189% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.9% |
| 52% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $356M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 28.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Roper is $72,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,146.
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,100 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $108,146 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $645 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.42% |
In Roper, 46.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Roper vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.4% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.7% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.5% |
| Premature Death | 16,100/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Roper vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Roper has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.6 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 681/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8786°N, 76.6171°W |
| County FIPS | 37187 |