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Rock Falls, WI

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Rock Falls is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 184. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
184 Population 283/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $30,035 per capita
$165,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$30,035
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$385M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation835 ft (255 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries2

Is Rock Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rock Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rock Falls is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock Falls is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rock Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rock Falls has a population of 184 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

184
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rock Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock Falls is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rock Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,035
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$83,450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$385M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare21
Retail28
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,831
67% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock Falls is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,831
67% above US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Rock Falls, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death5,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.0%
Healthcare Facilities21
Rock Falls has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation835 ft (255 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates44.7157°N, 91.6993°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.3-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants34
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.1%

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