Roxobel, NC

North Carolina

Roxobel is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 347. Residents earn $38,375 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
347 Population 334/sq mi density
$38,375 Median Income $21,385 per capita
$98,900 Home Value $45,200 Zillow
$1,115 Median Rent 41.6% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$38,375 median income, 14.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,900 home value, $1,115/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,375
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,115
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.0%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.4%
300% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density334/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$38,375
Per Capita$21,385
Unemployment14.4%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$739M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,900
Rent$1,115
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$45,200
Rent Burden41.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation93 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+74.7%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute33 min
Broadband71.2%
Libraries1

Is Roxobel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roxobel receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Roxobel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roxobel is $38,375, 49% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roxobel is $98,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Roxobel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Roxobel has a population of 347 with a density of 334 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (47.3%), with 46.7% White.

Population

347
Total Population
334
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Roxobel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roxobel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roxobel is $38,375, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Roxobel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,375
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,385
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$52,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.4%
300% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$739M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare28
Retail48
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Roxobel is $98,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $45,200.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,900
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$45,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,115
4% below US avg
Rent Burden41.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Roxobel, 47.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.0%
46% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure46.1%
Asthma12.7%
COPD11.6%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death14,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Roxobel has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density334/sq mi
Coordinates36.2015°N, 77.2398°W
County FIPS37131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 71.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+74.7%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density334/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

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