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Rowland, NC
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Rowland, NC
At a Glance
How Rowland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rowland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rowland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rowland residents earn a median household income of $31,667 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,490. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rowland is $108,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $86,437. Median rent is $702/month, with 34.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Rowland reports 798 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 110% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,491/100K. The murder rate is 99.8/100K.
Education
14.8% of adults in Rowland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rowland has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.