Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
Roanoke Rapids: city in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States
About
Roanoke Rapids is a city located in the county of Halifax in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 15,754 and a population density of 611 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 14,186 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Roanoke Rapids
| Population | 14,186 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Halifax County |
| Postal code | 27870 |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Area | 25.77 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.4615,-77.6542 |
| Altitude | 154 feet / 47 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:18:55 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 551 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.05% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Roanoke Rapids is located at 36°27'42"N 77°39'15"W (36.4615400, -77.6541500).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Roanoke Rapids decreased by 11.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,754 | - | census |
| 2011 | 15,661 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 15,546 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 15,357 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 15,296 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 15,100 | -1.3% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 14,967 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,777 | -1.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,494 | -1.95% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,320 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,186 | -0.94% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Roanoke Rapids
1Chockoyotte Park
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, United States View details
Phone: +12525332847 | Website available
2Roanoke Rapids Lake Day Use Area
100 Oakwood Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, United States View details
Phone: +12524106318
3Roanoke Canal Museum & Trail
15 Jackson St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, United States View details
Phone: +12525372769 | Website available
4Roanoke Rapids Parks & Rec
400 E 6th St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, United States View details
Phone: +12525332847 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Roanoke Rapids
1Halifax County Visitors Center
260 Premier Blvd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, United States View details
Phone: +12525351687 | Website available
2Roanoke Rapids City Office
1040 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 View details
Phone: +12525332800 | Website available
3Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall
700 Jackson St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 View details
Website available
People born in Roanoke Rapids (17)
People born in Roanoke Rapids, including musician and Idol contestant Chris Daughtry, filmmaker Richard Kern, baseball player Brian Barnes, .
More notable people
- Clarke Hogan (Virginia politician) he was born in 21/07/1969
- Crystal Lee Sutton (American activist) she was born in 31/12/1940
- David J. Dorsett (United States Navy vice admiral) he was born in 08/10/1956
- Dawud Salahuddin (American assassin) he was born in 01/01/1950
- James Anderson (American football linebacker, born 1983) he was born in 26/09/1983
- James E. Cheek (American theologian) he was born in 04/12/1932
- Michael H. Wray (American politician) he was born in 06/04/1967
- Ron Davis (American baseball player (1941-1992)) he was born in 21/10/1941
- Kareem Martin (American football player) he was born in 19/02/1992
- Jack Boone (American football player and coach) he was born in 28/05/1918
- Fred Vaughan (American football player (1904-1986)) he was born in 08/10/1904
- Tom Topping (American football player (1934-1990)) he was born in 06/11/1934
- Nazair Jones (American football defensive tackle) he was born in 13/12/1994
- George M. Langford (American cell biologist) he was born in 26/08/1944
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Roanoke Rapids, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198640 | Halifax Community College | Weldon (NC) | 27890 |
| 233639 | Southside Virginia Community College | Alberta (VA) | 23821 |
| 198303 | Chowan University | Murfreesboro (NC) | 27855 |
| 199209 | North Carolina Wesleyan College | Rocky Mount (NC) | 27804 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Roanoke Rapids, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMT | Rocky Mount | 101 Hammond Street | RAIL |
| WLN | Wilson | 401 East Nash Street | RAIL |
| PTB | Petersburg station | 3516 South Street | RAIL |
| GRN | Greenville, NC | Second and Reade Streets | BUS |
| RGH | Raleigh Union Station | 320 West Cabarrus Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Roanoke Rapids.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke Rapid Post Office | Roanoke Rapids (NC) | 27870 |
Other cities in Halifax County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Halifax County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| South Rosemary | 2,836 | Township in Halifax County, North Carolina |
| Enfield | 2,260 | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States |
| Scotland Neck | 1,810 | Town in North Carolina (United States) |
| Weldon | 1,456 | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States |
| South Weldon | 705 | Township in Halifax County, North Carolina |
| Littleton | 584 | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States |
| Hobgood | 315 | Town in North Carolina |
| Halifax | 201 | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Roanoke Rapids distances to largest North Carolina cities