The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Rockingham county or independent city is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 33.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 64% and the area covered by water is 0.25%. The overall influence score for Rockingham is 7.
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Rockingham County is located in the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia and is part of the Harrisonburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2019, the population of Rockingham County was estimated to be 77,974. The population is primarily White (90.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (6.7%), Black or African American (1.6%), Asian (0.7%), and other races (0.7%).
The median household income in Rockingham County is $56,139, with a poverty rate of 10%. The homeownership rate is 78.4%, and the median value of an owner-occupied home is $239,500. The median rent for a two-bedroom apartment is $955.
The unemployment rate in Rockingham County is 3.5%, slightly lower than the national average of 3.7%. The largest employers in Rockingham County are James Madison University, Sentara RMH Medical Center, and East Rockingham High School.
Rockingham County has a variety of recreational activities available for residents, including hiking trails, golf courses, swimming pools, and parks. Additionally, there are a number of cultural attractions such as museums and art galleries.
State and area offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Virginia
State office:
1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 238
Richmond, Va. 23229
Phone: 804-287-1500
Fax: (855) 636-4613
TDD: 804-287-1753