Benton, AR vs Rocky Mount, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Benton
73.9
#655 nationally
Rocky Mount
74
#652 nationally
Benton leads in crime level (11.3 vs 21.0). Benton leads in median household income ($66,868 vs $50,092). Rocky Mount leads in walk score (22 vs 17).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benton, AR | Rocky Mount, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#655) | 74 (#652) |
| Population | 37,558 | 54,245 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $241,204 | $189,218 |
| Median Household Income | $66,868 | $50,092 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 21.3 min |
| Walk Score | 17 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 21.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.1 | D+22.7 |
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73.9 Score
Benton, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$241,204
Population
37,558
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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74 Score
Rocky Mount, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$189,218
Population
54,245
Crime
High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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