Best Places to Live in Roanoke, Alabama

Living in Roanoke, AL is a unique experience. The city has a charming small-town atmosphere, with friendly people and picturesque scenery. The area is known for its beautiful parks, historic buildings, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options throughout the region. Roanoke is also home to many local businesses and organizations that give back to the community. With its mix of rural charm and modern amenities, Roanoke is an ideal place to call home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Roanoke is 2.5% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Roanoke jobs have increased by 2.4%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Roanoke's cost of living is 26.7% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Roanoke's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in Roanoke, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Randolph county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 79.0% to 20.3%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Roanoke's population is 5,368 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 3.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 26.4 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Roanoke is Real Estate: $116,000. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 12.3%.

SCHOOLS

Roanoke public schools spend $8,052 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 16.1 students per teacher in Roanoke. More Education

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Housing Market in Roanoke

It's a good time to buy in Roanoke. Home Appreciation is up 12.3% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Roanoke is $116,000.

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