Living in Robeson County, North Carolina

Robeson County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 134,197. The main communities are Lumberton, Red Springs, Pembroke.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $645/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $127K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Robeson County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.