Roper, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
586 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
25.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$19,155 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
57.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$488 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$488 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 1 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 6 0 77
Sep 5 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 1 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 2%

Schools

Washington Early College High
<1 miles, E 3.2 star
Washington County Middle
<1 miles, S 1.4 star
Pines Elementary
4 miles, W 1.4 star
Washington County High
7 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

Martin Community College
27 miles, W 1 star
Beaufort County Community College
31 miles, SW 1.4 star
Elizabeth City State University
36 miles, NE 1.9 star
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
37 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Vidant Chowan Hospital
13 miles, NE 3.2 star
Vidant Bertie Hospital
19 miles, NW 5 star
Martin General Hospital
26 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
46 miles, W 1 star
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
61 miles, SW 1 star
Norfolk International Airport
74 miles, NE 2.3 star