Rocky Mount Metro
Rocky Mount has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $34,751. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $76,969.
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How many people live in Rocky Mount, NC?
Rocky Mount, NC has about 143,026 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Rocky Mount, NC?
The typical household in Rocky Mount, NC earns about $34,751 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Rocky Mount, NC expensive?
In Rocky Mount, NC, the median home is worth about $76,969, and the typical rent is about $474 a month.
How educated are people in Rocky Mount, NC?
About 13.8% of adults age 25 and over in Rocky Mount, NC hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Rocky Mount, NC?
About 15.8% of people in Rocky Mount, NC live below the federal poverty line.
Has Rocky Mount, NC grown since 1990?
Yes, Rocky Mount, NC has grown since 1990. The population has added about 9,791 residents, a change of about 7 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024