Rocky Mount, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Nash County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rocky Mount based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
54,175
2023 ACS
Median Income
$52,927
2023
Median Home Value
$148,300
2023
Median Rent
$919
2023
Median Age
41.8
Unemployment
8.1%
Cost of Living Index
88.4
100 = national avg
Rocky Mount is a city in Nash County, North Carolina, with a population of 54,175 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rocky Mount is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Rocky Mount is $52,927, and the median home value is $148,300. The cost of living index is 88.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $919 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.1%, and the median age is 41.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
54,175
Male
25,578
47.2%
Female
28,597
52.8%
Median Age
41.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.0%
High School or Higher
38.5%
Foreign Born
3.2%
Veterans
6.9%
Married
32.1%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.521
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
62.9%
Foreign Born
3.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
3.8%
2,080 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
51,313
English Only
94.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,669 speakers
Limited English
0.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,726
6.9% of population
Disability Rate
22.4%
836 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$40,924
Unemployment Rate
13.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,288
88.2%
Female Veterans
438
11.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$40,924
Non-Veteran Income
$29,303
Difference
$11,621
39.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
836
Without Disability
2,890
Disability Rate
22.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
14,631
#1 Ancestry
English
6.3% (3,430)
#2 Ancestry
American
6.0% (3,266)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
3.0% (1,620)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
23,159
Family Households
13,699
59.2%
Married Couples
6,982
30.1%
Non-Family Households
9,460
40.8%
Single Mother Households
5,472
23.6%
Single Father Households
1,245
5.4%
Living Alone
8,415
36.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,069
In Married Couple
3,218
35.5%
With Single Mother
4,717
52.0%
With Single Father
1,134
12.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$61,601
Married Couple Income
$86,206
Single Mother Income
$41,160
Single Father Income
$40,481
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,727
Grandparents Responsible
357
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$52,927
-28% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,511
-18% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.2%
+56% vs national
Gini Index
0.4731
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.1%
+56% vs national
SNAP Recipients
25.4%
of households
How Rocky Mount Compares
Rocky Mount vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Rocky Mount is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rocky Mount, NC has a median household income of $52,927, making it the 19,928th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher median household income than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rocky Mount, NC has a per capita income of $30,511, making it the 16,729th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher per capita income than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rocky Mount, NC has a poverty rate of 21.2%, making it the 6,478th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher poverty rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rocky Mount, NC has a unemployment rate of 8.1%, making it the 5,783rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher unemployment rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rocky Mount. The median household income here is $52,927.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.1%
+40% vs NC avg
Labor Force
25,797
Employed
23,677
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
41.8
Work from Home
7.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Rocky Mount, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$90.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
88.4
100 = national avg
-11.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,917
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,985
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$918
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
The median household income in Rocky Mount, NC is $52,927, which is 27.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,511. The poverty rate of 21.2% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4731, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 25,797. 15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 7.6% working from home. About 81.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 88.4, which is 11.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,917 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$210,000
Median List Price
$223,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$132
Days on Market
61
Active Inventory
233
Months of Supply
9.7
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$181,533
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,209
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
16.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
24
New Listings
77
Pending Sales
52
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$132
Median List $/SF
$134
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Rocky Mount, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Rocky Mount, NC metro area, home prices have risen 218.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 80.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 87.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 0.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Rocky Mount, NC housing market rather than Rocky Mount alone.
Metro area: Rocky Mount, NC
Rocky Mount vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Rocky Mount is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rocky Mount, NC has a median home value of $148,300, making it the 16,727th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher median home value than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rocky Mount, NC has a median rent of $919, making it the 12,010th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher median rent than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rocky Mount, NC has a price per square foot of $132, making it the 14,351st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher price per square foot than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rocky Mount, NC has a rent burden of 20.8%, making it the 7,682nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rocky Mount has a higher rent burden than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$148,300
Median Rent
$919
Total Housing Units
27,052
Vacancy Rate
14.4%
Owner Occupied
47.5%
Renter Occupied
52.5%
Median Property Tax
$1,413
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$892
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,413
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
of home value
Median Home Value
$148,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,604
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,413) by the median home value ($148,300). In Rocky Mount, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.95%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rocky Mount, NC is $210,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 61 days on the market. 16.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 9.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $132. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,209/month. About 47.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 27,052 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,413. The effective tax rate is 0.95%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.65
per 1,000 residents
+194% vs national
Property Crime Rate
39.80
per 1,000 residents
+131% vs national
Total Crimes
2,573
2024
Violent Clearance
35%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-12.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Rocky Mount Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Rocky Mount vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Rocky Mount is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Rocky Mount police solve 100% of murder cases but only 6% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 7 | 0.13 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 21 | 0.39 | 23.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 85 | 1.57 | 18.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 302 | 5.57 | 38.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 401 | 7.40 | 12.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,545 | 28.49 | 6.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 212 | 3.91 | 20.8% |
Rocky Mount, NC reported 415 violent crimes and 2,158 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.65 per 1,000 residents is 194.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 35% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,545 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 67.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 415 | 2,158 | 7.65 | 39.80 |
| 2023 | 472 | 1,760 | 8.76 | 32.67 |
| 2022 | 478 | 1,491 | 8.91 | 27.78 |
| 2021 | 504 | 1,371 | 9.46 | 25.72 |
| 2020 | 617 | 1,578 | 11.53 | 29.48 |
| 2019 | 424 | 1,627 | 7.88 | 30.23 |
| 2018 | 427 | 1,577 | 7.89 | 29.16 |
| 2017 | 383 | 1,984 | 6.95 | 36.01 |
| 2016 | 435 | 2,107 | 7.85 | 38.01 |
| 2015 | 442 | 2,326 | 7.90 | 41.55 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
80.6
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
77.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
49.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$30.4M
Individual Assistance
$4.3M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
13 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $83K | $180K |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $308K | $1.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $1.1M | $1.5M |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $4.4M | $700K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | $968K | $484K |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $907K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $35K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $22.6M | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1998 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 28 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
735
Total Claims Paid
$33,729,722
Avg Claim Payout
$45,891
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$16,601,058
Properties Protected
239
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.35
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 6 | $16,535,433 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $52,500 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 1 | $13,125 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rocky Mount has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, hurricane, drought. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (13 declarations). 735 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $30,371,747 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,268,202 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.4%
6.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.7%
5.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.4%
1.8pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.6%
Arthritis
31.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
34.6%
Lack of Support
27.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
38.4%
Mobility
20.6%
Cognitive
17.4%
Hearing
7.3%
Vision
8.5%
Self-Care
6.6%
Independent Living
11.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Rocky Mount has an obesity rate of 42.4%, which is 6.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. 83.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.6 mi
Unc Health Nash
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unc Health Nash | 2.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Vidant Edgecombe Hospital | 16.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Wilson Medical Center | 19.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Ecu Health Medical Center | 32.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Walter B Jones Center Lakeside Psychiatric Hospita | 32.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
55,891
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKY MOUNT, CITY OF | 55,891 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-16% vs national
Drive Alone
81.8%
+4% vs national
Public Transit
0.9%
+6% vs national
Work From Home
7.6%
-18% vs national
Carpool
6.4%
Walk
0.7%
How Rocky Mount's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
10
2023
6-Year Avg
9
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 11 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Rocky Mount, NC is 20 minutes, which is 15.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.6% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 6.4% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 10 traffic fatalities from 10 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
78.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
63.6%
of households
No Internet
19.9%
of households
Total Households
23,159
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.2%
of households
Smartphone
84.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
61.5%
of households
Tablet
47.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-30% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Rocky Mount vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
55,891
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCKY MOUNT, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 55,891 | 0 |
78.3% of households in Rocky Mount have broadband internet access. 63.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 19.9% of households have no internet access. 19.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 55,891 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Rocky Mount is located in Nash County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rocky Mount.
Election Overview
Source: Nash County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
25,508
48.7%
GOP Votes
26,431
50.5%
Total Votes
52,364
Margin
R+1.8%
Shift from 2020
R+2.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,508 | 26,431 | 52,364 | 48.7% | 50.5% | R+1.8 |
| 2020 | 25,947 | 25,827 | 52,271 | 49.6% | 49.4% | D+0.2 |
| 2016 | 23,024 | 23,142 | 46,903 | 49.1% | 49.3% | R+0.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Nash County recorded 52,364 total votes. Republicans won the county with 50.5% of the vote compared to 48.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+1.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Nash County has shifted 1.5 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
380
Total Assets
$1.7B
Total Income
$481.1M
Per 10K Residents
70.1
nonprofits
+59.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
30
Median Assets
$347K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.7B of $1.7B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Rocky Mount
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRocky Mount, NC has 380 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.7B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 70 organizations. 30 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 70.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
253
Total Approved
$114.0M
Jobs Supported
2,405
Per 10K Residents
46.7
SBA loans
-12.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
58
Top Lender
Southern Bank and Trust Company
40 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
235
Total Amount
$97.9M
Avg Loan
$416,725
Median Loan
$144,000
SBA Guaranteed
$70.5M(72%)
Jobs Supported
2,106
Loans
18
Total Amount
$16.1M
Avg Loan
$895,111
Median Loan
$424,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
41
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$32.5M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$793,780
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Home2 Suites Rocky Mount | 1 | $4.7M |
| Hardee's | 1 | $4.5M |
| Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services Llc | 3 | $4.3M |
| Howard Johnson | 3 | $3.8M |
| Rocky Mount Laundry & Dry Cleaners Inc. | 2 | $2.8M |
| Nash Drug Inc. | 2 | $2.6M |
| Courteous Hospitality Ii Llp | 1 | $2.5M |
| Sgn Hotels Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
| Country Inn & Suites | 1 | $2.3M |
| United Group of Hotels Inc | 1 | $2.3M |
Rocky Mount, NC has received 253 SBA loans totaling $114.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 235 loans (93% of the total), supporting 2,106 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 18 loans totaling $16.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Rocky Mount is Southern Bank and Trust Company with 40 loans. That works out to 46.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
78,832
Avg Median Income
-$95,190,195
Avg Home Value
-$95,117,738
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27801 | 19,489 | $41,696 | $108,600 | $850 | 66.7 |
| 27803 | 19,851 | $59,647 | $168,600 | $889 | 42.0 |
| 27804 | 29,992 | $58,837 | $177,600 | $977 | 43.0 |
| 27809 | 3,917 | $71,512 | $156,800 | $767 | 76.6 |
| 27815 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.3 |
| 27878 | 1,099 | $37,801 | $102,500 | $963 | 0.8 |
| 27891 | 4,484 | $65,806 | $128,400 | $1,007 | 141.0 |
Rocky Mount, NC has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 78,832. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,190,195. The average median home value is -$95,117,738. The average median monthly rent is -$95,237,316.
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