Median Income
$50,481
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$215,200
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Rock Cave Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population364
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$50,481
Per Capita$31,030
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,053M
Commute35 min
Housing
A
Home Value$215,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,580
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation1,755 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+85.4%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute35 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries2
Is Rock Cave a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rock Cave receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rock Cave offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rock Cave is $50,481, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rock Cave is $215,200, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rock Cave experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches, including 55.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Rock Cave has a population of 364 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rock Cave vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rock Cave vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rock Cave is $50,481, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Rock Cave vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,481 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,030 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $932 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,919 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 833 |
| County GDP | $1,053M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 76 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,038 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.2% |
The median home value in Rock Cave is $215,200, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,580.
Home Values
| Census Median | $215,200 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $118,580 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,038 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.95% |
In Rock Cave, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rock Cave vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 23.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,984/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
Crime Rates: Rock Cave vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Rock Cave has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.4 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 55.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,755 ft (535 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8404°N, 80.3375°W |
| County FIPS | 54097 |