Rock Creek, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Rock Creek is a small town in Ohio with a population of 830. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
830 Population 943/sq mi density
$50,417 Median Income $25,559 per capita
$123,900 Home Value $233,455 Zillow
$931 Median Rent 37.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,417 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,900 home value, $931/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density943/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$25,559
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$4,396M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,900
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,455
Rent Burden37.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation798 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Rock Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rock Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rock Creek is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock Creek is $123,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rock Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 89.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rock Creek has a population of 830 with a density of 943 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

830
Total Population
943
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rock Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock Creek is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rock Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,417
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,559
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$55,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,250
County GDP$4,396M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare186
Retail297
Manufacturing150

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock Creek is $123,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,455.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,900
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,455

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg
Rent Burden37.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Rock Creek, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rock Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Rock Creek has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall89.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation798 ft (243 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density943/sq mi
Coordinates41.6604°N, 80.8545°W
County FIPS39007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density943/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants245
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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