Roxboro, NC
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Roxboro, NC
At a Glance
How Roxboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Roxboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Roxboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Roxboro residents earn a median household income of $39,283 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,225. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 818 business establishments, including 51 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Roxboro is $138,700 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $219,895. Median rent is $787/month, with 34.0% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Roxboro reports 1,020 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 168% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,509/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Roxboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Roxboro 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 totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.