Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Roxboro

Affordability in Roxboro, NC

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Roxboro is $860 and the median household income is $36,553 annually. Nearly half of residents -- 49% -- are renters, reflecting strong local demand for rental housing.

Roxboro has 11 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 218 units, offering income-based options for renters who qualify.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Roxboro Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,020 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction boundaries.

Of the 11 assisted properties in Roxboro tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a high-risk flood zone based on available flood map data.

Getting Around Roxboro

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Roxboro has a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 34. No Transit Score is available for this area. Most errands and trips will likely require a car.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 12 schools across 4 districts serve Roxboro, including 5 elementary, 2 middle, 4 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Roxboro

The median household income in Roxboro is $36,553 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. With a median market rent of $860 per month, affordable and income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters in this community.

Nearly half of Roxboro residents rent their homes -- 49% of households, according to Census ACS 5-Year data -- so access to subsidized housing options is an important resource here.

• Median household income: $36,553/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $860/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 49% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 11 HUD-assisted properties in Roxboro have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure appears low across the city's affordable housing stock.