Rosman, NC

North Carolina

Rosman is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 730. Residents earn $53,224 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
730 Population 1,327/sq mi density
$53,224 Median Income $27,189 per capita
$149,500 Home Value $351,684 Zillow
$862 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$53,224 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,500 home value, $862/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,224
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,500
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.1%
151% higher than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,327/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,224
Per Capita$27,189
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty31.1%
County GDP$2,391M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,500
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,684
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain75.6 in/yr
Elevation2,288 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute22 min
Broadband41.9%
Libraries2

Is Rosman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosman receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rosman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosman is $53,224, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 31.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosman is $149,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.6 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rosman has a population of 730 with a density of 1,327 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

730
Total Population
1,327
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosman is $53,224, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rosman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,224
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,189
Avg Weekly Wage$953
IRS Avg AGI$75,707

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.1%
151% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,268
County GDP$2,391M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare109
Retail130
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,413
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosman is $149,500, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,500
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,684

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied32.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,413
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Rosman, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death7,665/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access84.5%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rosman has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.6 inches
99% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,288 ft (697 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Coordinates35.1458°N, 82.8202°W
County FIPS37175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 41.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.5%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants108
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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