Roanoke Rapids, NC

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Roanoke Rapids Overview

15,143
TOTAL POPULATION
7,125
MALE POPULATION
8,018
FEMALE POPULATION
88.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,714
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,060
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,732
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,004
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,632
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Roanoke Rapids Zip Codes

Roanoke Rapids Area Codes

Race in Roanoke Rapids

The most populous races in Roanoke Rapids are White / Caucasian (8,051 | 53.2%), Black / African American (5,218 | 34.5%), and Two or more Races (1,064 | 7.0%).
Race in Roanoke Rapids
Race# Population% Population
Asian2001.3%
Black / African American5,21834.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific610.4%
Hispanic or Latino9086.0%
Native / Alaskan1390.9%
White / Caucasian8,05153.2%
Two or more Races1,0647.0%
Some other Race4102.7%
Total15,143100.0%

Ancestry in Roanoke Rapids

The most populous ancestries reported in Roanoke Rapids are English (1,797 | 11.9%), American (1,381 | 9.1%), Irish (1,063 | 7.0%), German (677 | 4.5%), and Central American (440 | 2.9%), together accounting for 35.4% of all Roanoke Rapids residents.
Ancestry in Roanoke Rapids
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1080.7%
American1,3819.1%
Arab340.2%
Belgian50.0%
Bhutanese930.6%
British320.2%
Canadian100.1%
Central American4402.9%
Cherokee300.2%
Cuban90.1%
Dominican350.2%
Dutch870.6%
English1,79711.9%
European2561.7%
French380.3%
German6774.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro460.3%
Guatemalan200.1%
Honduran120.1%
Hungarian150.1%
Indian (Asian)150.1%
Irish1,0637.0%
Italian400.3%
Kenyan1971.3%
Korean580.4%
Lebanese340.2%
Lumbee1360.9%
Mexican2071.4%
Native Hawaiian800.5%
Northern European170.1%
Norwegian660.4%
Pakistani150.1%
Polish690.5%
Portuguese200.1%
Puerto Rican2171.4%
Russian550.4%
Salvadoran4082.7%
Scandinavian260.2%
Scotch-Irish1621.1%
Scottish2121.4%
Sri Lankan910.6%
Subsaharan African3802.5%
Swedish340.2%
Swiss130.1%
Thai630.4%
Welsh460.3%
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Immigrants in Roanoke Rapids

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Roanoke Rapids came from Central America (220 | 1.5%), Latin America (220 | 1.5%), Africa (203 | 1.3%), Eastern Africa (203 | 1.3%), and Kenya (197 | 1.3%), together accounting for 6.9% of all Roanoke Rapids residents.
Immigrants in Roanoke Rapids
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2031.3%
Asia1150.8%
Canada190.1%
Central America2201.5%
China40.0%
Eastern Africa2031.3%
Eastern Asia40.0%
El Salvador1370.9%
Europe100.1%
Guatemala200.1%
Honduras120.1%
India340.2%
Italy100.1%
Kenya1971.3%
Latin America2201.5%
Mexico510.3%
Philippines460.3%
South Central Asia340.2%
South Eastern Asia770.5%
Southern Europe100.1%
Uganda60.0%
Vietnam310.2%
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Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids

Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids

The most populous age groups in Roanoke Rapids are 10 to 14 Years (988 | 13.9%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (659 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years303 (4.3%)650 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years307 (4.3%)317 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Years988 (13.9%)511 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Years616 (8.6%)342 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Years551 (7.7%)445 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years562 (7.9%)492 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years294 (4.1%)393 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years364 (5.1%)359 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years331 (4.6%)612 (7.6%)
45 to 49 Years430 (6.0%)460 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years272 (3.8%)543 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years590 (8.3%)613 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years478 (6.7%)466 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years308 (4.3%)513 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years315 (4.4%)659 (8.2%)
75 to 79 Years236 (3.3%)305 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years95 (1.3%)150 (1.9%)
85 Years and over85 (1.2%)188 (2.3%)
Total7,125 (100.0%)8,018 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Roanoke Rapids

Median Family Size in Roanoke Rapids

The median family size in Roanoke Rapids is 3.05 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,376 | 35.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (195 | 5.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Roanoke Rapids
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,332 (59.8%)2.92
Single Male/Father195 (5.0%)2.68
Single Female/Mother1,376 (35.2%)3.32
Total Families3,903 (100.0%)3.05

Median Household Size in Roanoke Rapids

The median household size in Roanoke Rapids is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,376 | 21.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.6 persons per household. non-family households (2,415 | 38.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Roanoke Rapids
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,332 (36.9%)2.93
Single Male/Father195 (3.1%)2.75
Single Female/Mother1,376 (21.8%)3.60
Non-family2,415 (38.2%)1.10
Total Households6,318 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids

Out of a total of 6,318 households in Roanoke Rapids, 3,903 (61.8%) are family households, while 2,415 (38.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,865, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,224.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,224 (35.2%)
2-Person Households1,865 (29.5%)170 (2.7%)
3-Person Households1,068 (16.9%)8 (0.1%)
4-Person Households490 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households252 (4.0%)13 (0.2%)
6-Person Households122 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households106 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,903 (61.8%)2,415 (38.2%)

Female Fertility in Roanoke Rapids

Fertility by Age in Roanoke Rapids

Average fertility rate in Roanoke Rapids is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years96 (100.0%)72.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total96 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids

41.7% of women with births (96) in Roanoke Rapids are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years40 (41.7%)56 (58.3%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (41.7%)56 (58.3%)

Fertility by Education in Roanoke Rapids

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Roanoke Rapids
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School44 (45.8%)99.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree40 (41.7%)41.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree12 (12.5%)39.0
Total96 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids

58.3% of women with births in Roanoke Rapids are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total40 (41.7%)56 (58.3%)

Income in Roanoke Rapids

Income Overview in Roanoke Rapids

Per Capita Income in Roanoke Rapids is $27,714, while median incomes of families and households are $60,060 and $45,732 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income15,143$27,714
Median Family Income3,903$60,060
Mean Family Income3,903$77,242
Median Household Income6,318$45,732
Mean Household Income6,318$63,980
Income Deficit3,903$10,004
Wage / Income Gap (%)15,14315.62%
Wage / Income Gap ($)15,14384.38¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index15,1430.47

Earnings by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

Average Earnings in Roanoke Rapids are $38,194, $40,906 for men and $34,517 for women, a difference of 15.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,243 (48.4%)$40,906
Female3,452 (51.6%)$34,517
Total6,695 (100.0%)$38,194

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Roanoke Rapids

The most common earnings brackets in Roanoke Rapids are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (332 | 10.2%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (311 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Roanoke Rapids
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less288 (8.9%)184 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (0.5%)89 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49959 (1.8%)106 (3.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999118 (3.6%)158 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499108 (3.3%)141 (4.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99977 (2.4%)148 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499108 (3.3%)106 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99973 (2.2%)82 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49923 (0.7%)104 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99926 (0.8%)90 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999236 (7.3%)250 (7.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999173 (5.3%)291 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999272 (8.4%)261 (7.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999332 (10.2%)247 (7.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999196 (6.0%)226 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999149 (4.6%)137 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999230 (7.1%)311 (9.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999237 (7.3%)215 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999246 (7.6%)226 (6.6%)
$100,000+275 (8.5%)80 (2.3%)
Total3,243 (100.0%)3,452 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids

Average earnings in Roanoke Rapids are $44,263 for men and $38,052 for women, a difference of 14.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,790, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $17,888. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,344, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$17,888$2,499
High School Diploma$43,125$32,292
College or Associate's Degree$45,833$29,103
Bachelor's Degree$44,537$46,486
Graduate Degree$66,790$61,344
Total$44,263$38,052

Family Income in Roanoke Rapids

Family Income Brackets in Roanoke Rapids

According to the Roanoke Rapids family income data, there are 773 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 168 families (4.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Roanoke Rapids
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001874.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992305.9%
$15,000 to $24,99942210.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993017.7%
$35,000 to $49,9993559.1%
$50,000 to $74,99977319.8%
$75,000 to $99,99963216.2%
$100,000 to $149,99963616.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992035.2%
$200,000+1684.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Roanoke Rapids

5-person families (171 | 4.4%) account for the highest median family income in Roanoke Rapids with $84,173 per family, while 2-person families (1,993 | 51.1%) have the highest median income of $27,164 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Roanoke Rapids
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,993 (51.1%)$54,328
3-Person Families1,025 (26.3%)$64,120
4-Person Families486 (12.4%)$61,118
5-Person Families171 (4.4%)$84,173
6-Person Families162 (4.2%)$80,156
7+ Person Families66 (1.7%)$0
Total3,903 (100.0%)$60,060

Family Income by Number of Earners in Roanoke Rapids

The median family income in Roanoke Rapids is $60,060, with families comprising 3+ earners (304) having the highest median family income of $113,403, while families with no earners (886) have the lowest median family income of $21,848, accounting for 7.8% and 22.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Roanoke Rapids
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners886 (22.7%)$21,848
1 Earner1,346 (34.5%)$45,932
2 Earners1,367 (35.0%)$83,574
3+ Earners304 (7.8%)$113,403
Total3,903 (100.0%)$60,060

Household Income in Roanoke Rapids

Household Income Brackets in Roanoke Rapids

With 872 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Roanoke Rapids, accounting for 13.8% of all households. In contrast, only 190 households (3.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Roanoke Rapids
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004176.6%
$10,000 to $14,99972711.5%
$15,000 to $24,99979012.5%
$25,000 to $34,9995318.4%
$35,000 to $49,99984013.3%
$50,000 to $74,99986613.7%
$75,000 to $99,99987213.8%
$100,000 to $149,99986613.7%
$150,000 to $199,9992273.6%
$200,000+1903.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Roanoke Rapids

The median household income in Roanoke Rapids is $45,732, with the highest median household income of $57,277 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,325 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 175 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Roanoke Rapids
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years175 (2.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,770 (28.0%)$49,744
45 to 64 Years2,325 (36.8%)$57,277
65+ Years2,048 (32.4%)$34,107
Total6,318 (100.0%)$45,732

Poverty in Roanoke Rapids

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids

With 19.8% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Roanoke Rapids, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 72 males (59.5%) and 22 females (55.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years153 (50.5%)174 (26.9%)
5 Years19 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years160 (39.4%)178 (35.4%)
12 to 14 Years92 (12.0%)55 (16.9%)
15 Years72 (59.5%)22 (55.0%)
16 and 17 Years61 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years170 (22.2%)108 (18.6%)
25 to 34 Years44 (5.1%)294 (33.2%)
35 to 44 Years99 (14.2%)183 (18.9%)
45 to 54 Years39 (5.6%)230 (23.3%)
55 to 64 Years315 (29.5%)53 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years62 (10.2%)192 (16.4%)
75 Years and over117 (29.2%)171 (29.0%)
Total1,403 (19.8%)1,660 (20.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids

According to the poverty statistics in Roanoke Rapids, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (49.5%)474 (73.2%)
5 Years93 (83.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years246 (60.6%)325 (64.6%)
12 to 14 Years674 (88.0%)270 (83.1%)
15 Years49 (40.5%)18 (45.0%)
16 and 17 Years218 (78.1%)165 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years597 (77.8%)474 (81.4%)
25 to 34 Years812 (94.9%)591 (66.8%)
35 to 44 Years596 (85.8%)788 (81.1%)
45 to 54 Years663 (94.4%)759 (76.7%)
55 to 64 Years753 (70.5%)1,012 (95.0%)
65 to 74 Years547 (89.8%)980 (83.6%)
75 Years and over284 (70.8%)419 (71.0%)
Total5,682 (80.2%)6,275 (79.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Roanoke Rapids

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Roanoke Rapids show that 8.5% or 197 of the total 2,332 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.2%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.6%, which includes 26 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Roanoke Rapids
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,403 (90.4%)149 (9.6%)
1 or 2 Children538 (95.4%)26 (4.6%)
3 or 4 Children194 (89.8%)22 (10.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,135 (91.5%)197 (8.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Roanoke Rapids

According to the poverty data in Roanoke Rapids, 42.6% or 83 single-father households and 35.8% or 493 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (63.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Roanoke Rapids
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children54 (63.5%)7 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children29 (38.2%)387 (40.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total83 (42.6%)493 (35.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Roanoke Rapids

The poverty data for Roanoke Rapids shows that 197 of the married-couple family households (8.5%) and 576 of the single-parent households (36.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (10.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Roanoke Rapids
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children149 (9.6%)61 (15.2%)
1 or 2 Children26 (4.6%)416 (40.1%)
3 or 4 Children22 (10.2%)55 (61.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total197 (8.5%)576 (36.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Roanoke Rapids

Employment by Class of Employer in Roanoke Rapids

Among the 6,090 employed individuals in Roanoke Rapids, private company employees (3,706 | 60.9%), local government employees (892 | 14.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (507 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Roanoke Rapids
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,70660.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1823.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2233.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations5078.3%
Local Government Employees89214.6%
State Government Employees4587.5%
Federal Government Employees1222.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total6,090100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Roanoke Rapids

According to the labor force statistics for Roanoke Rapids, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,906), 55.7% or 6,632 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 411 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.4% or 1,439 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.0% or 201 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years161 (20.2%)9 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years592 (59.4%)201 (34.0%)
25 to 29 Years837 (79.4%)43 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years537 (78.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,439 (86.4%)125 (8.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,378 (80.8%)10 (0.7%)
55 to 59 Years808 (67.2%)14 (1.7%)
60 to 64 Years336 (35.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years431 (24.0%)9 (2.1%)
75 Years and over113 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,632 (55.7%)411 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids

According to labor force statistics for Roanoke Rapids, 73.5% of individuals (5,335) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,259) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 192 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.3% or 1,619 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 24.1% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School332 (37.1%)216 (24.1%)
High School Diploma1,708 (71.5%)153 (6.4%)
College / Associate Degree1,677 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,619 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,335 (73.5%)261 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Roanoke Rapids are Community & Social Service (950 | 15.3%), Education Instruction & Library (740 | 11.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (412 | 6.6%), Management (385 | 6.2%), and Health Technologists (346 | 5.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Roanoke Rapids

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Roanoke Rapids, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (85.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.3%), Health Technologists (89.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (74.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
OccupationMaleFemale
Management256 (66.5%)129 (33.5%)
Business & Financial56 (43.8%)72 (56.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science122 (58.1%)88 (41.9%)
Computers & Mathematics60 (68.2%)28 (31.8%)
Architecture & Engineering41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science21 (25.9%)60 (74.1%)
Community & Social Service 405 (42.6%)545 (57.4%)
Education, Arts & Media30 (25.4%)88 (74.6%)
Legal Services & Support43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library290 (39.2%)450 (60.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment42 (85.7%)7 (14.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating36 (8.7%)376 (91.3%)
Health Technologists36 (10.4%)310 (89.6%)
Total (Category)875 (42.0%)1,210 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Roanoke Rapids are Food Preparation & Serving (424 | 6.8%), Healthcare Support (324 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (265 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (154 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (145 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Roanoke Rapids

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Roanoke Rapids, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (81.5%), Law Enforcement (80.6%), and Security & Protection (51.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (74.4%), and Personal Care & Service (69.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)324 (100.0%)
Security & Protection79 (51.3%)75 (48.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention21 (25.6%)61 (74.4%)
Law Enforcement58 (80.6%)14 (19.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving215 (50.7%)209 (49.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance216 (81.5%)49 (18.5%)
Personal Care & Service45 (31.0%)100 (69.0%)
Total (Category)555 (42.3%)757 (57.7%)
Total (Overall)2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Roanoke Rapids are Office & Administration (799 | 12.9%), and Sales & Related (459 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Roanoke Rapids

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related170 (37.0%)289 (63.0%)
Office & Administration111 (13.9%)688 (86.1%)
Total (Category)281 (22.3%)977 (77.7%)
Total (Overall)2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Roanoke Rapids are Construction & Extraction (273 | 4.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (114 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Roanoke Rapids

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)402 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Roanoke Rapids are Production (614 | 9.9%), Material Moving (291 | 4.7%), and Transportation (239 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Roanoke Rapids

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
OccupationMaleFemale
Production425 (69.2%)189 (30.8%)
Transportation239 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving191 (65.6%)100 (34.4%)
Total (Category)855 (74.7%)289 (25.3%)
Total (Overall)2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

Employment Industries in Roanoke Rapids

The major employment industries in Roanoke Rapids include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,153 | 18.6%), Manufacturing (872 | 14.1%), Educational Services (851 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (639 | 10.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (490 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Roanoke Rapids

Employment Industries by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

The Roanoke Rapids industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (92.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (91.1%), and Finance & Insurance (81.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting40 (34.8%)75 (65.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction133 (93.0%)10 (7.0%)
Manufacturing592 (67.9%)280 (32.1%)
Wholesale Trade189 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade254 (39.8%)385 (60.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing98 (62.0%)60 (38.0%)
Utilities104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information48 (73.9%)17 (26.2%)
Finance & Insurance16 (18.4%)71 (81.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific88 (70.4%)37 (29.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support262 (65.7%)137 (34.3%)
Educational Services371 (43.6%)480 (56.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance102 (8.8%)1,051 (91.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (7.4%)25 (92.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services220 (44.9%)270 (55.1%)
Public Administration289 (62.3%)175 (37.7%)
Total2,968 (47.9%)3,233 (52.1%)

Education in Roanoke Rapids

School Enrollment in Roanoke Rapids

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,446 students in Roanoke Rapids are high school (970 | 28.1%), middle school (914 | 26.5%), and elementary school (569 | 16.5%).
School Enrollment in Roanoke Rapids
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2727.9%
Kindergarten1554.5%
Elementary School56916.5%
Middle School91426.5%
High School97028.1%
College / Undergraduate48814.2%
Graduate / Professional782.3%
Total3,446100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Roanoke Rapids

Out of a total of 3,446 students who are enrolled in schools in Roanoke Rapids, 265 (7.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,181 (92.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 49 (21.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 179 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old598 (95.8%)26 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,268 (95.1%)66 (5.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds501 (86.7%)77 (13.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds221 (92.1%)19 (7.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds97 (87.4%)14 (12.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds142 (91.0%)14 (9.0%)
35 Years and over175 (78.1%)49 (21.9%)
Total3,181 (92.3%)265 (7.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Roanoke Rapids

Science & technology (476 | 18.4%), education (359 | 13.9%), arts & humanities (291 | 11.3%), business (267 | 10.3%), and social sciences (245 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,584 individuals in Roanoke Rapids who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Roanoke Rapids
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics823.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1847.1%
Physical & Health Sciences341.3%
Psychology672.6%
Social Sciences2459.5%
Engineering1515.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies200.8%
Science & Technology47618.4%
Business26710.3%
Education35913.9%
Literature & Languages823.2%
Liberal Arts & History1837.1%
Visual & Performing Arts682.6%
Communications752.9%
Arts & Humanities29111.3%
Total2,584100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Roanoke Rapids

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Roanoke Rapids are males with 2 vehicles (1,076, accounting for 36.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,046, making up 34.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (0.2%)117 (3.8%)
1 Vehicle581 (19.5%)944 (30.4%)
2 Vehicles1,076 (36.1%)1,046 (33.7%)
3 Vehicles895 (30.1%)646 (20.8%)
4 Vehicles343 (11.5%)240 (7.7%)
5 or more Vehicles75 (2.5%)108 (3.5%)
Total2,977 (100.0%)3,101 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Roanoke Rapids

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Roanoke Rapids are 5 to 9 minutes (1,508 commuters, 26.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,059 commuters, 18.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (727 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in Roanoke Rapids
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5499.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,50826.2%
10 to 14 Minutes1,05918.4%
15 to 19 Minutes72712.6%
20 to 24 Minutes4087.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1893.3%
30 to 34 Minutes4297.4%
35 to 39 Minutes781.3%
40 to 44 Minutes140.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2774.8%
60 to 89 Minutes3105.4%
90 or more Minutes2143.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

The most common commute times in Roanoke Rapids are 5 to 9 minutes (657 commuters, 22.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (851 commuters, 30.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes257 (8.7%)292 (10.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes657 (22.2%)851 (30.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes567 (19.2%)492 (17.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes379 (12.8%)348 (12.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes264 (8.9%)144 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes88 (3.0%)101 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes216 (7.3%)213 (7.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes25 (0.9%)53 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes126 (4.3%)151 (5.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes182 (6.2%)128 (4.6%)
90 or more Minutes180 (6.1%)34 (1.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Roanoke Rapids

The most frequent times of departure to work in Roanoke Rapids are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (408, 13.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (539, 19.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Roanoke Rapids
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM353 (11.9%)160 (5.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM145 (4.9%)30 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM226 (7.6%)63 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM408 (13.8%)39 (1.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM291 (9.9%)127 (4.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM361 (12.2%)539 (19.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM144 (4.9%)433 (15.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM399 (13.5%)447 (15.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM72 (2.4%)188 (6.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM190 (6.4%)122 (4.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM63 (2.1%)57 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM7 (0.2%)131 (4.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM95 (3.2%)189 (6.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM201 (6.8%)282 (10.1%)
Total2,955 (100.0%)2,807 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Ownership in Roanoke Rapids

Of the total 6,318 dwellings in Roanoke Rapids, owner-occupied units account for 3,178 (50.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,140 (49.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Roanoke Rapids
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,17850.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,14049.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units6,318100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Household Size in Roanoke Rapids
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,22435.2%
2-Person Household2,03532.2%
3-Person Household1,07617.0%
4+ Person Household98315.6%
Total Housing Units6,318100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Roanoke Rapids
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,088 (48.9%)1,136 (51.1%)
2-Person Household1,210 (59.5%)825 (40.5%)
3-Person Household420 (39.0%)656 (61.0%)
4+ Person Household460 (46.8%)523 (53.2%)
Total Housing Units3,178 (50.3%)3,140 (49.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Roanoke Rapids
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School193 (22.9%)651 (77.1%)
High School Diploma1,343 (59.5%)916 (40.6%)
College/Associate Degree747 (43.7%)963 (56.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher895 (59.5%)610 (40.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Roanoke Rapids
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years99915.8%
35 to 44 Years94615.0%
45 to 54 Years92314.6%
55 to 64 Years1,40222.2%
65 to 74 Years1,25019.8%
75 to 84 Years5849.2%
85 Years and Over2143.4%
Total6,318100.0%

Housing Finances in Roanoke Rapids

Median Income by Occupancy in Roanoke Rapids

Median Income by Occupancy in Roanoke Rapids
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,178 (50.3%)$70,111
Renter-Occupied3,140 (49.7%)$26,972
Average6,318 (100.0%)$45,732

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Roanoke Rapids

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Roanoke Rapids
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00079 (2.5%)217 (6.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)118 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99973 (2.3%)656 (20.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999143 (4.5%)377 (12.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999122 (3.8%)146 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999312 (9.8%)216 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999377 (11.9%)461 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999560 (17.6%)305 (9.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999442 (13.9%)431 (13.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999670 (21.1%)194 (6.2%)
$150,000 or more400 (12.6%)19 (0.6%)
Total3,178 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Roanoke Rapids

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Roanoke Rapids
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300146 (4.6%)465 (14.8%)
$300 to $499466 (14.7%)249 (7.9%)
$500 to $799812 (25.6%)910 (29.0%)
$800 to $999269 (8.5%)848 (27.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,073 (33.8%)410 (13.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999254 (8.0%)148 (4.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49997 (3.0%)26 (0.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99945 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more16 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,178 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Roanoke Rapids

Housing Structures in Roanoke Rapids

Housing Structures in Roanoke Rapids
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,18266.2%
Single Unit, Attached3185.0%
2 Unit Apartments3585.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3044.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3405.4%
10 or more Apartments6129.7%
Mobile Home / Other2043.2%
Total6,318100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Roanoke Rapids

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Roanoke Rapids
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,102 (74.2%)1,080 (25.8%)
Single Unit, Attached54 (17.0%)264 (83.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)358 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4 (1.3%)300 (98.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)340 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)612 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other18 (8.8%)186 (91.2%)
Total3,178 (50.3%)3,140 (49.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Roanoke Rapids

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Roanoke Rapids
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)67 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (0.4%)611 (19.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,176 (37.0%)1,807 (57.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,212 (38.1%)542 (17.3%)
8 or more Rooms779 (24.5%)113 (3.6%)
Total3,178 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Roanoke Rapids

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Roanoke Rapids
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,525 (48.0%)692 (22.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas75 (2.4%)74 (2.4%)
Electricity1,394 (43.9%)2,308 (73.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene154 (4.9%)59 (1.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels21 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used9 (0.3%)7 (0.2%)
Total3,178 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Roanoke Rapids

Household Vehicle Usage in Roanoke Rapids
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (0.6%)516 (16.4%)
1 Vehicle1,192 (37.5%)1,482 (47.2%)
2 Vehicles976 (30.7%)836 (26.6%)
3 or more Vehicles992 (31.2%)306 (9.8%)
Total3,178 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Roanoke Rapids

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Roanoke Rapids

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0822,096
Median Property Value$121,300$128,500
Median Household Income$55,392$279
Monthly Housing Costs$495$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,889$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00094 (8.7%)118 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999336 (31.0%)554 (26.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999557 (51.5%)1,245 (59.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99995 (8.8%)161 (7.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)12 (0.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)6 (0.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,082 (100.0%)2,096 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00027 (2.5%)39 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999214 (19.8%)52 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999140 (12.9%)124 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999113 (10.4%)172 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999258 (23.8%)264 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999127 (11.7%)302 (14.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99982 (7.6%)315 (15.0%)
$150,000 or more121 (11.2%)588 (28.1%)
Total1,082 (100.0%)2,096 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Roanoke Rapids

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Roanoke Rapids
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x481 (44.5%)82,928 (3,956.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x135 (12.5%)1,238 (59.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x152 (14.1%)252 (12.0%)
4.0x or more314 (29.0%)137 (6.5%)
Total1,082 (100.0%)2,096 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Roanoke Rapids
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80066 (6.1%)12 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,499333 (30.8%)169 (8.1%)
$800 to $1,499679 (62.7%)529 (25.2%)
Total1,082 (100.0%)2,096 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Roanoke Rapids

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roanoke Rapids

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years917 (86.1%)148 (13.9%)
6 to 18 Years2,660 (93.1%)197 (6.9%)
19 to 25 Years990 (84.1%)187 (15.9%)
26 to 34 Years1,237 (74.0%)435 (26.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,368 (83.2%)277 (16.8%)
45 to 54 Years1,473 (87.1%)218 (12.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,009 (94.2%)124 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,781 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older991 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13,426 (89.4%)1,586 (10.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Roanoke Rapids

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Roanoke Rapids
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born917 (86.1%)148 (13.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,660 (93.1%)197 (6.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen990 (84.1%)187 (15.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Roanoke Rapids

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Roanoke Rapids
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,738 (91.2%)264 (8.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,770 (86.3%)439 (13.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,153 (89.1%)262 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,267 (85.4%)388 (14.6%)
$100,000 and over3,439 (93.7%)230 (6.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roanoke Rapids

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6694 (65.2%)257 (24.1%)
6 to 18 Years1,508 (52.8%)1,192 (41.7%)
19 to 25 Years525 (44.6%)485 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years527 (31.5%)734 (43.9%)
35 to 44 Years385 (23.4%)1,021 (62.1%)
45 to 54 Years337 (19.9%)1,235 (73.0%)
55 to 64 Years839 (39.3%)1,374 (64.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,683 (94.5%)1,296 (72.8%)
75 Years and over983 (99.2%)615 (62.1%)
Total7,481 (49.8%)8,209 (54.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Roanoke Rapids

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Roanoke Rapids
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years201 (11.9%)110 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years260 (16.0%)228 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years363 (14.8%)612 (20.2%)
65 to 74 Years144 (23.6%)287 (24.5%)
75 Years and over313 (78.0%)260 (44.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Roanoke Rapids

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Roanoke Rapids: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years57 (3.4%)59 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years117 (4.8%)61 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years50 (8.2%)43 (3.7%)
75 Years and over161 (40.2%)137 (23.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Roanoke Rapids: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years47 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (2.2%)170 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years9 (1.5%)56 (4.8%)
75 Years and over22 (5.5%)24 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Roanoke Rapids: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years132 (7.8%)51 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years260 (16.0%)207 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years91 (3.7%)252 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years56 (9.2%)33 (2.8%)
75 Years and over24 (6.0%)69 (11.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Roanoke Rapids: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years64 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)26 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years185 (7.6%)337 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years106 (17.4%)256 (21.8%)
75 Years and over246 (61.4%)156 (26.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Roanoke Rapids: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years64 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (1.4%)5 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years18 (0.7%)27 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years16 (2.6%)48 (4.1%)
75 Years and over64 (16.0%)51 (8.6%)

Technology Access in Roanoke Rapids

Computing Device Access in Roanoke Rapids

Computing Device Access in Roanoke Rapids
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4,33768.6%
Smartphone4,76175.4%
Tablet3,34352.9%
No Computing Device83913.3%
Total6,318100.0%

Internet Access in Roanoke Rapids

Internet Access in Roanoke Rapids
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet150.2%
Broadband Home4,41469.9%
Cellular Data Only5799.2%
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Roanoke Rapids Summary

Roanoke Rapids is a city located in Halifax County, North Carolina. It is situated on the Roanoke River, approximately 40 miles northeast of Raleigh. The city is part of the Roanoke Valley, which is a region of northeastern North Carolina that includes the cities of Roanoke Rapids, Weldon, and Scotland Neck. The population of Roanoke Rapids was 15,754 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Roanoke Rapids was first settled in the early 1700s by English colonists. The town was originally known as “Flag Pond” and was located near the present-day town of Weldon. In 1833, the town was renamed “Roanoke Rapids” after the nearby Roanoke River.
The town was incorporated in 1874 and was initially a small farming community. In the late 19th century, the town began to grow as a result of the construction of the Seaboard Air Line Railway. The railway connected Roanoke Rapids to other cities in the region, such as Weldon and Scotland Neck.
In the early 20th century, the town experienced a period of rapid growth as a result of the construction of the Roanoke Rapids Dam. The dam was built in the 1920s to provide hydroelectric power to the region. The dam also created Lake Gaston, which is a popular recreational area.

Geography

Roanoke Rapids is located in the Roanoke Valley region of northeastern North Carolina. The city is situated on the Roanoke River, approximately 40 miles northeast of Raleigh. The city is located at an elevation of approximately 200 feet above sea level.
The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Roanoke Rapids is largely based on manufacturing and tourism. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a textile mill, and a furniture factory. The city is also home to several tourist attractions, such as the Roanoke Rapids Theatre and the Roanoke Rapids Dam.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Roanoke Rapids High School, Roanoke Rapids Community College, and the Roanoke Valley Early College.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Roanoke Rapids was 15,754. The racial makeup of the city was 57.3% White, 37.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in Roanoke Rapids was $33,945, and the median family income was $41,945. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Roanoke Rapids?
Total Population of Roanoke Rapids is 15,143.
What is the Total Male Population of Roanoke Rapids?
Total Male Population of Roanoke Rapids is 7,125.
What is the Total Female Population of Roanoke Rapids?
Total Female Population of Roanoke Rapids is 8,018.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Roanoke Rapids?
There are 88.86 Males per 100 Females in Roanoke Rapids.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Roanoke Rapids?
There are 112.53 Females per 100 Males in Roanoke Rapids.
What is the Median Population Age in Roanoke Rapids?
Median Population Age in Roanoke Rapids is 40.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Roanoke Rapids
Average Family Size in Roanoke Rapids is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Roanoke Rapids
Average Household Size in Roanoke Rapids is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Roanoke Rapids?
Per Capita income in Roanoke Rapids is $27,714.
What is the Median Family Income in Roanoke Rapids?
Median Family Income in Roanoke Rapids is $60,060.
What is the Median Household income in Roanoke Rapids?
Median Household Income in Roanoke Rapids is $45,732.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Roanoke Rapids?
Income or Wage Gap in Roanoke Rapids is 15.6%.
Women in Roanoke Rapids earn 84.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Roanoke Rapids?
Family Income Deficit in Roanoke Rapids is $10,004.
Families that are below poverty line in Roanoke Rapids earn $10,004 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Roanoke Rapids?
Inequality or Gini Index in Roanoke Rapids is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Roanoke Rapids?
There are 6,632 People in the Labor Forcein in Roanoke Rapids.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Roanoke Rapids?
55.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Roanoke Rapids.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Roanoke Rapids?
Unemployment Rate in Roanoke Rapids is 6.2%.