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Rochelle, TX

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Rochelle is a small town in Texas with a population of 140. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
140 Population 87/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $18,596 per capita
$59,400 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,400 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$18,596
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.6%
County GDP$440M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured17.1%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,773 ft (540 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+21.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Rochelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rochelle receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Rochelle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rochelle is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rochelle is $59,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rochelle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rochelle has a population of 140 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

140
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35%
Female 65%

Race & Ethnicity

Rochelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rochelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rochelle is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rochelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,596
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$65,212

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$440M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare15
Retail40
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rochelle is $59,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,400
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate8.90%
In Rochelle, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured17.1%
99% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death13,691/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access77.4%
Healthcare Facilities15
Rochelle has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,773 ft (540 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates31.2231°N, 99.2066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48307
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+21.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants24
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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