Rocky Mount

Nash County, North Carolina

Population 96K |Median income $62,426 |1 hospital

Population

96,216

Nash County

Median Income

$62,426

-8% vs avg

Median Home Value

$191,000

-16% vs avg

Median Age

41.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

96K+1%

Median Income

$62,426+45%

Median Home Value

$191,000+63%

Poverty Rate

11.8%-31%

Unemployment

4.9%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$953/mo

Poverty Rate

11.8% -17% vs avg

Unemployment 4.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 22.1%

Work From Home 10.6%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 47.8%

African American 40.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%

Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42.5%

Obesity

38.4%

Short Sleep Duration

36%

Physical Inactivity

28.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.2%

Current Smoking

15.6%

Diabetes

15%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.2%

Binge Drinking

13.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59%

Annual Checkup 81.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

UNC HEALTH NASH

ROCKY MOUNT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Rocky Mount Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Rocky Mount, NC? ▼

Rocky Mount, NC has a population of 96,216 people, located in Nash County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Rocky Mount? ▼

The median household income in Rocky Mount, NC is $62,426 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

What is the median home value in Rocky Mount? ▼

The median home value in Rocky Mount, NC is $191,000. Median rent is $953/month.

What are the top health concerns in Rocky Mount? ▼

The top health indicators in Rocky Mount include High Blood Pressure (42.5%), Obesity (38.4%), Short Sleep Duration (36%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Rocky Mount? ▼

Rocky Mount has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Rocky Mount? ▼

The median age in Rocky Mount, NC is 41.5 years. 22.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Rocky Mount, NC is located in Nash County, North Carolina. With a population of 96K and a median household income of $62,426, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Rocky Mount area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Nash County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.