Cost of Living in Rocky Mount, NC
Population: 54,175 • 2026 Data
$52,927
Median Household Income
-32% vs national
$919
Median Monthly Rent
-32% vs national
$148,300
Median Home Value
-56% vs national
8.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Rocky Mount
The median home value in Rocky Mount, NC is $148,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $919, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $914.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Rocky Mount, NC is $52,927. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1%, with a labor force of 25,797 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.