Rougemont, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Rougemont is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 877.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
877 Population 139/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,327 per capita
$219,000 Home Value $365,267 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $219,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population877
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,327
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,102M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$219,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$365,267

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation527 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Rougemont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rougemont receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rougemont has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rougemont is $219,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rougemont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rougemont has a population of 877 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58%), with 31.4% Black.

Population

877
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rougemont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rougemont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rougemont is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rougemont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,327
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$61,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)818
County GDP$2,102M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare88
Retail127
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,288
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rougemont is $219,000, 22% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,267.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$365,267
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,288
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Rougemont, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death10,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities88

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Rougemont has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation527 ft (161 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates36.2134°N, 78.9109°W
County FIPS37145
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants51
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

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