Roca, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Roca is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 172. Residents earn $90,500 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
172 Population 1,229/sq mi density
$90,500 Median Income $46,180 per capita
$191,700 Home Value $586,462 Zillow
$1,075 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,700 home value, $1,075/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,500
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Roca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population172
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,229/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,500
Per Capita$46,180
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,700
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$586,462

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,247 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute38 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries9

Is Roca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roca receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Roca stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roca is $90,500, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roca is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Roca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Roca has a population of 172 with a density of 1,229 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

172
Total Population
1,229
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Roca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roca is $90,500, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Roca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,500
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,180
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$85,036

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,853
County GDP$28,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants794
Healthcare1,148
Retail989
Manufacturing246

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Roca is $191,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $586,462.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,700
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$586,462

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio80.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,896
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Roca, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 15.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Roca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity15.0%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death6,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,148

Crime Rates: Roca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Roca has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,229/sq mi
Coordinates40.6585°N, 96.6614°W
County FIPS31109
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.3-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,229/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,148
Restaurants794
Retail Stores989

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Work from Home9.3%

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