Living in Person County, North Carolina

Person County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 39,259, part of the Durham, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Roxboro.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $694/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $232K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 51°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Person County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.