Rockingham township, North Carolina
Rockingham township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rockingham township is a geographic entity located in Richmond County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,101. The land area covers 56.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,101 | ±810 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,387 | ±435 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 7,177 | ±481 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,387 | ±435 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 790 | ±250 |
| Median Home Value | $155,300 | ±$19,413 |
| Median Gross Rent | $710 | ±$138 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,311 | ±$7,117 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,711 | ±$2,170 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,693 | ±802 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.8% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,209 | ±727 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±4.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 41,990 (2024)
ID: 208939
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING AND GIS DIRECTOR
PO BOX 504, ROCKINGHAM NC 28380-0504
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Rockingham | 06-12 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | KG-05 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | PK-05 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | 10-12 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | 06-08 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | PK-05 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Rockingham | PK-05 | Rockingham, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Laurel Hill, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cordova, NC | |
| 4 Nearby | 7-14 | WALLACE, SC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Richmond Community College
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College | 6.0 mi away | 1042 W Hamlet Ave, Hamlet, NC, 28345-1189 |
9104101700
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LEATH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 412 E FRANKLIN ST, ROCKINGHAM, NC, 28379 |
(910) 895-6337
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Northeastern Technical College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 1201 Chesterfield Hwy., Cheraw, SC, 29520 |
8439216900
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KEMP SUGG MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 2086 NORTH MAIN STREET, ELLERBE, NC, 28338 |
(910) 652-6130
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St. Andrews University
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College | 23.1 mi away | 1700 Dogwood Mile, Laurinburg, NC, 28352 |
9102775555
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HAMLET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 302 MAIN ST, HAMLET, NC, 28345 |
(910) 582-3477
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South Piedmont Community College
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College | 24.6 mi away | 680 Highway 74 West, Polkton, NC, 28135 |
7042725300
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ANSON COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 120 S GREENE ST, WADESBORO, NC, 28170 |
(704) 695-4263
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HAMPTON B. ALLEN LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 120 S GREENE ST, WADESBORO, NC, 28170 |
(704) 694-5177
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PINEBLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 305 E BALTIMORE AVE, PINEBLUFF, NC, 28373 |
(910) 281-3004
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HAMLET, NC US, located 7.6 miles from Rockingham township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.4° | 32.6° | 43.5° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| February | 58.6° | 34.8° | 46.7° | 3.27" | 0.3" |
| March | 66.2° | 41.5° | 53.9° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.8° | 50.8° | 63.3° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.6° | 59.5° | 71.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 67.8° | 78.6° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.0° | 71.6° | 81.8° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 70.1° | 80.1° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.4° | 63.8° | 74.1° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.1° | 51.2° | 63.1° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.0° | 40.1° | 52.6° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.2° | 34.7° | 46.0° | 3.81" | 0.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberdel CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rockingham city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| East Rockingham CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Cordova CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Dobbins Heights town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Ellerbe town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3715392736. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.