Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Rocky Mount

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Rocky Mount is $890 per month, and the median household income is $63,280 per year. About 44% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter presence in this small Virginia city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Rocky Mount Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Rocky Mount have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Rocky Mount

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Rocky Mount has a Walk Score of 34 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 20, reflecting a community where most errands require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 5 public schools across 1 district serve Rocky Mount, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living

The median household income in Rocky Mount is $63,280 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median monthly rent across the city is $890, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Rocky Mount can significantly reduce that cost. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are capped based on your income, making them well below typical market rates for eligible renters.

• Median household income: $63,280/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $890/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 44% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing units tracked: 194 across 6 properties

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 affordable housing properties in Rocky Mount were mapped for flood zone exposure. None fall within a high-risk flood zone, suggesting low flood exposure across the city's HUD-assisted inventory.