Rocky Mount, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
54,175 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,927 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$544 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$650 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nash County
1
Rocky Mount Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Nash County
1
Rocky Mount Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 3 0 43
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 3 0 58
May 3 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 11, NC State House District 25, NC
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Schools

Rocky Mount Middle
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Tar River Academy
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

North Carolina Wesleyan College
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Nash Community College
5 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Edgecombe Community College
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Wilson Community College
17 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nash General Hospital
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Vidant Edgecombe Hospital
14 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Wilson Medical Center
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
33 miles, SE • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
80 miles, S • 1 star
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