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Ruffin, NC

North Carolina · Caswell County

Ruffin is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 501.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
501 Population 110/sq mi density
$119,700 Home Value $198,330 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
319 Violent Crime/100K 5,244 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Home Value $119,700
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population501
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

Per Capita$41,002
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$531M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$119,700
Ownership73.6%
Zillow$198,330
Housing Units267
Rent Burden27.2%

Crime

F
Violent319/100K
Property5,244/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking17.1%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation572 ft (174 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.82

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.8%
EV Stations5
Libraries1

Is Ruffin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruffin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ruffin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ruffin is $119,700, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ruffin is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,244 per 100,000, 168% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ruffin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Ruffin has a population of 501 with a density of 110 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.9% female and 43.1% male. The city is predominantly White (65.1%), with 2.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 40.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 61.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

501
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruffin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ruffin vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $41,002. The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 314 business establishments, including 14 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 12.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Ruffin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,002
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$55,460
Gini Index0.425 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)314
County GDP$531M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare29
Retail52
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,586
26% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ruffin is $119,700, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,330, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 267 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $2,586 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,700
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,330

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.6%
Owner-Occupied73.6%
Renter-Occupied26.4%
Housing Units267
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,586
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Ruffin, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 17.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.7% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 29.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,543. The dentist ratio is 1:4,523. 44.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.6%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,543
Dentists1:4,523
Mental Health1:1,425
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death10,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access44.4%
Healthcare Facilities29
Ruffin has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,244 per 100,000, 168% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ruffin receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent319.3/100K
16% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property5,243.7/100K
168% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ruffin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 572 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation572 ft (174 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates36.4382°N, 79.5334°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCaswell County County
Nearest AirportDanville Regional (DAN)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 7.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Nov) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0448 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score22.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.8 / 100
Community Resilience14.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 21, 1998 13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.8 146 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 150 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 99 km
May 6, 2025 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.0 148 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 131 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 149 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 145 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 149 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 111 km
Nov 25, 2009 14 km S of Arrington, Virginia M2.7 138 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 52 km
Aug 18, 2000 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia M2.7 91 km
Jun 10, 2018 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina M2.7 142 km
Mar 28, 2001 2 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.6 149 km
Jul 8, 2023 Virginia-North Carolina border region M2.6 112 km
Feb 4, 2021 1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina M2.6 143 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km N of Pembroke, Virginia M2.6 141 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 64 km
Mar 28, 2011 2 km S of Pulaski, Virginia M2.5 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Isaias (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Isaias Category 1 298 km
2018 Florence Category 2 290 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 166 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 259 km
1998 Bonnie Category 2 279 km
1996 Fran Category 3 157 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 237 km
1989 Hugo Category 1 240 km
1984 Diana Category 4 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

230 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 357 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 95 km 4
Apr 19, 2019 EF3 56 km 0
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 72 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 92 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 40 km 2
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 51 km 2
May 5, 1989 EF3 74 km 0
May 22, 1985 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 24, 1969 EF3 69 km 1
Oct 7, 1965 EF3 92 km 1
Sep 27, 2024 EF2 33 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 98 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 66 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 15, 2018 EF2 48 km 0
May 24, 2017 EF2 84 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 89 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 99 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 55 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BULL MOUNTAIN (3,300 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 BULL MOUNTAIN 3,300 67 km
2021 GRINDSTONE 1,106 85 km
2008 TOTIERS FERRY 1,075 68 km
2002 BUCK MTN 905 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
March 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
July 78°F (25°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in Driest
December 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in

Ruffin has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and November the driest (3.2").

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Ruffin is located in Caswell County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.9% of the vote, a 24.6-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 29 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 24.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.82
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi
CountyCaswell County County

Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Avg Download Speed65.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants14
Retail Stores52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%
Average costs for common services in Ruffin. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$877
Toddler$609
Preschool$503
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Caswell County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 470 39 $60,111 2.98
Retail Trade 284 43 $25,541 0.95
Manufacturing 137 9 $70,932 0.56
Accommodation & Food Services 126 14 $19,005 0.46
Other Services 84 28 $29,168 0.93
Administrative & Waste Services 82 21 $39,172 0.46
Finance & Insurance 53 12 $57,101 0.44
Professional & Technical Services 52 24 $74,171 0.25
Arts & Entertainment 40 7 $27,189 0.79
Wholesale Trade 26 10 $57,506 0.22
Transportation & Warehousing 13 6 $42,068 0.10
Unclassified 1 2 $79,464 0.24

Schools in Ruffin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lincoln Elementary Elementary 308 21 14.7:1
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Radio Stations near Ruffin

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WQFS alternative, americana MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Ruffin

23 national parks and monuments found near Ruffin.

ParkTypeFee
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Booker T Washington National Monument National Monument Free
Deep River State Trail State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Eno River State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park National Military Park Free
Hanging Rock State Park State Park Free
Haw River State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Holliday Lake State Park State Park Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail State Park Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Pilot Mountain State Park State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Smith Mountain Lake State Park State Park Free
Staunton River Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Staunton River State Park State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ruffin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DANVILLE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM677 CRAGHEAD ST4347915160$748,265
DANVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM4347935644$214,723
MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM1086 NC HWY 873366344949$157,280
PIEDMONT FOLK LEGACIESHISTORIC PRESERVATION$20,016
AMERICAN ARMOURED FOUNDATION TANK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4348365323
CASWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION15 MAIN STREET3366944965
CHINQUA-PENNGENERAL MUSEUM2138 WENTWORTH ST3363494576
DAN RIVER ART WORKSART MUSEUM4347912465
DANVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DANVILLE PRESERVATION LEAGUEHISTORIC PRESERVATION767 MAIN STREET4347913342
EDEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM LTDGENERAL MUSEUM
EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION656 WASHINGTON STREET3366230773
JOHN JAMES WESTBROOK JR SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM677 CRAGHEAD ST
NATIONAL TOBACCO TEXTILE MUSEUMART MUSEUM
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM677 CRAGHEAD ST

Libraries in Ruffin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY527 BOONE RD0.0404,147
DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY511 PATTON STREET0.0174,932
CASWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY161 MAIN STREET EAST0.075,181

Farmers Markets in Ruffin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Danville Farmers' Market629 Craghead Street05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
North Star Farmers MarketLocated at Ruffin-Mayfield exit to Mayfield to Service Road
Reidsville Market Square Farmers' Market303 S. Scales Street05/05/2018 to 10/30/2018Tue: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Rockingham County Farmers Market1944 Wentworth Street05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Zoos in Ruffin

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raynay Alpaca Farm

Gas Stations in Ruffin

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Breweries in Ruffin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
2 Witches Winery Brewing CompanyWine Tours & Tastings, Tourist Information & Attractions, More, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Ba209 Trade St4345492739Visit
Cat's Placebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants6551 Us 29 Bus
De Dee's Brew & PoolEden, NC, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Eden Brewers, (1),, (1), Eden, NC111 N Hundley Dr3366356063

Cell Towers in Ruffin

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1700 COUNTY HOME RD (Yanceyville - NC RSA #7)TOWER127
(Schoolfield) 1314 College Park Dr.LTOWER61
(Schoolfield) 1314 College Park Dr.LTOWER61
1074 CHARMING ROADLTOWER59
4120 Martin DriveLTOWER59

Fire Stations in Ruffin

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Casville Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.10886 US HWY 158 WVolunteer336-939-7563
Pelham Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 97Volunteer336-388-2080
Ruffin Volunteer Fire Department9562 US HWY 29 BusVolunteer336-939-9800

Power Plants Near Ruffin

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
DIBRELL FARMSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-79.5OP

Bridges in Ruffin

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200719731,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200722931,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19702286,750P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19671752,600P
CulvertConcrete1979302,378F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19702162,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete19931491,600G
CulvertConcrete continuous1935291,600F
SlabPrestressed concrete20081271,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20161921,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1981230950F
SlabPrestressed concrete2013117900G
SlabPrestressed concrete1984122750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1985346700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2016197700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1970238700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1970281600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1991302451G
CulvertConcrete200548450G
SlabPrestressed concrete2013130430G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200995400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1955121350P
SlabPrestressed concrete199972310G
SlabPrestressed concrete1977135300F
CulvertSteel197726300P
SlabPrestressed concrete1999102270G
CulvertConcrete200124270F
FrameConcrete200832250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970263230P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194835230F
SlabPrestressed concrete2022163230G
SlabPrestressed concrete1998117220G
SlabPrestressed concrete201393200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1981245200F
SlabPrestressed concrete1978120200F
SlabPrestressed concrete2012113180G
SlabPrestressed concrete201372160G
SlabPrestressed concrete199792150G
SlabPrestressed concrete197690130F
CulvertSteel199828100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1957119100F
CulvertConcrete continuous201431100G
SlabPrestressed concrete2022243100G
SlabPrestressed concrete199510295F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197024760F

Amtrak Stations in Ruffin

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Danville, VA677 Craghead StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Ruffin

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY DANVILLE1901 GOODYEAR BLVDDANVILLE CITY

Airports Near Ruffin

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Piedmont Triad International AirportGSOLarge Airport
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Danville Regional AirportDANMedium Airport
Smith Reynolds AirportINTMedium Airport
Abbott AirportSmall Airport
Air Harbor AirportSmall Airport
Bethany AirportSmall Airport
BHH Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Blackbriar AirportSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Brookneal/Campbell County AirportSmall Airport
Brooks FieldSmall Airport
Buck Hollar AirportSmall Airport
Burlington Alamance Regional AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Chimney AirportSmall Airport
Bush AirportSmall Airport
Caswell AirportSmall Airport
Causey AirportSmall Airport
Covington AirportSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Darr FieldSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Dead Dog AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirparkSmall Airport
Delk's AirportSmall Airport
DS Butler Farm and AirfieldSmall Airport
Dusenbury FieldSmall Airport
Ferguson AirportSmall Airport
Fields AirportSmall Airport
Flint Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Fox Fire AirportSmall Airport
Gary Fox AirportSmall Airport
Gravely AirportSmall Airport
Greensboro Executive AirportSmall Airport
H & J Strip AirportSmall Airport
Hardaway FieldSmall Airport
Heavenly Acres AirportSmall Airport
Hiatt AirportSmall Airport
Hinshaw (Greenacres) AirportSmall Airport
Holeman FieldSmall Airport
K & D AirportSmall Airport
Kecks AirportSmall Airport
Kimrey AirportSmall Airport
Kinman AirportSmall Airport
Lakeview AerodromeSmall Airport
Landis AirportSmall Airport
Larry F Warren FieldSmall Airport
Lewis AirstripSmall Airport
Lindsay AirportSmall Airport
Long Island AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ruffin

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Caswell County Sheriff's Office231 County Park Road
Danville Police Department1 Community Way
Eden PD
Reidsville Police Department220 West Morehead Street

Grocery Stores in Ruffin

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Ashland Grocery & GrillConvenience Store11960 NC 150
Buckys GroceryConvenience Store2855 Chandler Mill Rd
City MartConvenience Store10907 Us Highway 158 W
Dollar General 22537Other645 NC Hwy 700
Harvest RidgeConvenience Store9556 US Highway 29 Business
Live Well Farms 1Farmers and Markets788 Ruffin Rd
Rv Food MartConvenience Store1930 Oregon Hill Rd
Sam's Corner 2Convenience Store4720 Shady Grove Rd
Smiths Corner StoreConvenience Store10971 Us Highway 158 W

Post Offices in Ruffin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pelham Post Office6331 Pelham Loop

Treatment Centers in Ruffin

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Danville Pittsylvania Community Servs - (DPCS)Both434-793-4931
Hughes Center for Exceptional ChildrenMental Health434-836-8500 x1010
Life Changes Counseling - Life Changes Dwi CenterSubstance Abuse800-776-3022
Life Changes Counseling - Life Changes DWI CenterSubstance Abuse336-623-8584
REMMSCO - Franklin HouseSubstance Abuse336-342-9504 x4
REMMSCO Inc - Glenns HouseSubstance Abuse336-342-9504 x4
Rockingham County Schools Day - Treatment ProgramMental Health336-634-3209 x49227
Southern Virginia MH InstituteBoth434-799-6220
Spero HealthBoth434-208-2987

DOL Wage Violations in Ruffin

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $7,168 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

1
Violations
$7,168
Back Wages Owed
6
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Carries Family Homecare 27326 1 $7,168 $1,195 6

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruffin

What is the population of Ruffin?

Ruffin has a population of 501 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 56.9% female and 43.1% male.

Is Ruffin expensive to live in?

Ruffin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $119,700 (58% below the U.S. median).

Is Ruffin safe?

Ruffin is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,244 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ruffin receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ruffin?

Ruffin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Ruffin?

The job market in Ruffin is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 314 business establishments in the area, including 14 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 12.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ruffin?

The median home value in Ruffin is $119,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,330. The homeownership rate is 73.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,586.

How are the schools in Ruffin?

Schools in Ruffin have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Ruffin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ruffin?

The obesity rate in Ruffin is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.1% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 29.2% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 44.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,543.

What is transportation like in Ruffin?

The average commute in Ruffin is 29 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ruffin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ruffin is 65.1% White, 2.8% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 40.5% of residents have a disability. 61.6% have health insurance coverage.

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