Compare: Rockingham, NC and Midlothian, VA

Rockingham NC

90.0

Cost of Living

below US average

91,957

Population

2.28

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$50,737

Median Income

below US average

$165,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Midlothian VA

105.2

Cost of Living

above US average

72,302

Population

2.77

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$101,998

Median Income

above US average

$435,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Rockingham

Diverse recreational activities
Access to parks and lakes
Quiet neighborhoods
Friendly community
Low cost of living
Nearby shopping options
Growing job market
Family-friendly environment
Outdoor activities available
Rich local history

Cons of Rockingham

Less diversity observed
Limited nightlife options
Economic struggles evident
Political divide noted
Limited public transport
Weather can be extreme
Higher crime rates reported
Schools need improvements
Job opportunities are limited
Fewer cultural activities

Pros of Midlothian

Strong community events
Good family-friendly activities
Strong local school system
Safe for kids to play outside
Low crime rates in areas
Growing job market opportunities
Parks and outdoor activities
Close to Richmond nightlife
Diverse local restaurants
Friendly community environment

Cons of Midlothian

Limited public transportation options
Occasional racial tensions noted
Limited cultural activities available
Political views can feel polarized
Fewer nightlife options than cities
Some areas lack diversity
Less urban amenities overall
Higher cost of living compared
Job market can be competitive
Traffic congestion during peak hours