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Relocation guide
Moving to Roswell
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
92,577
Median age 40
Median household income
$124,422
Median rent
$1,707/mo
Median home value
$520,500
Schools
31
2 districts
Summer high / winter low
89° / 33°
Pros
- Household incomes run 58% above the US median ($124,422).
- Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income.
- 71% of households own their home (US 65%).
- Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 72% more than the US median ($520,500).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Roswell?
Roswell spans 2 zip codes. Median home values range from $461,300 to $575,200 by zip.
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Questions
Is Roswell a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 58% above the US median ($124,422). Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 72% more than the US median ($520,500).
How much do I need to earn to live in Roswell?
The median household earns $124,422. Rent at the median ($1,707/month) is about 16% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $68,280 a year.
How many schools are in Roswell?
31 public and private schools across 2 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Roswell?
Highs average 89°F in July and lows 33°F in January. The most comfortable months are April, May, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.