Rockingham, NC with a zip code of 28379 is a small town located in Richmond County in North Carolina. The town has a population of 9,559 according to the 2010 US Census and is the county seat of Richmond County. Rockingham's economy is based mostly on manufacturing and agriculture, although the area also has some banking, retail, and service-based businesses. When it comes to rankings, Rockingham ranks as one of the best places in North Carolina for raising a family. According to BestPlaces’s 2019 Best Places to Live rankings, Rockingham ranks 24th out of 557 cities across the state for its low crime rate, high quality schools and variety of housing options. Additionally, WalletHub ranked Rockingham 9th out of 199 cities across the state for being one of the most livable places in North Carolina due to its job market growth outlook and educational achievement levels. Overall, these rankings demonstrate that Rockingham is an excellent place for families looking for a safe and inviting community with many opportunities to thrive.
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