Rock Hill, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $91,477

22% higher than US avg

Home Value $256,400

9% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 259/100K

32% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 63.3%

88% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,398

20% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.2%

9% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.5%

80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,708

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density4,280/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 69%

Veterans6.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$91,477

Per Capita$60,914

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty2.5%

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$256,400

Rent$1,398

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$294,416

Housing Units2,489

Rent Burden19.4%

Crime

Violent259/100K

Property1,940/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault237/100K

Burglary280/100K

Health

Obesity29.2%

Uninsured6.0%

Smoking11.3%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation545 ft (166 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+63.3%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+24.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute21 min

Broadband93.8%

Is Rock Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock Hill 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, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Rock Hill 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 Hill is $91,477, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock Hill is $256,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,398 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rock Hill is below the national average at 259 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,940 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Rock Hill is a highly educated community — 63.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rock Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rock Hill has a population of 4,708 with a density of 4,280 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (68.7%), with 22.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.9% of residents, while 12.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,708

Total Population

4,280

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%

Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	87.9%
	12% above US avg
Spanish	12.1%
	10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rock Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock Hill is $91,477, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,914 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Rock Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$91,477
	22% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$60,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.5%
	80% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.9 min
Drive Alone	80.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock Hill is $256,400, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,416, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,398 (20% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,489 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. 19.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$256,400
	9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$294,416
Median List Price	$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$295,000
$/Sq Ft	$219
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.4%
Price Drops	21.4%
Inventory	14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,398
	20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,704
Rent Burden	19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.0%
Housing Units	2,489
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

In Rock Hill, 29.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 11.3% are current smokers. 19.5% report binge drinking. 20.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.1% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.2%
	9% below US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	30.1%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	4.7%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.3%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	20.4%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	16.1%
Physical Distress	10.6%
Short Sleep	32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.9%
Uninsured	6.0%
	30% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	68.3%

Food & Exercise

Rock Hill has a violent crime rate of 259 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 237.1 per 100,000, robbery at 21.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,940 per 100,000, 1% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,466, burglary at 280, vehicle theft at 194 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Rock Hill receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	258.6/100K
	32% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	21.6/100K
Assault	237.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,939.7/100K
	1% below US avg
Burglary	280.2/100K
Theft	1,465.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	194.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Rock Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	545 ft (166 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density	4,280/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6076°N, 90.3785°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

Rock Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

63.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 24.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet access. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	63.3%
	88% above US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	24.1%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	4,280/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.8%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.9 min
Drive Alone	80.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Rock Hill

What is the population of Rock Hill?

Rock Hill has a population of 4,708 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 4,280 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Rock Hill expensive to live in?

Rock Hill is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $91,477, 22% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,400 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,398 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rock Hill safe?

Rock Hill is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 259 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,940 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rock Hill receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rock Hill?

Rock Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Rock Hill?

The job market in Rock Hill is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rock Hill?

The median home value in Rock Hill is $256,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,416. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,398. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Rock Hill?

Schools in Rock Hill score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 63.3% of adults in Rock Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 24.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rock Hill?

The obesity rate in Rock Hill is 29.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.3% of adults are smokers. 20.4% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 6.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Rock Hill?

The average commute in Rock Hill is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rock Hill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rock Hill is 68.7% White, 22.8% Black or African American. 87.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.1% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability. 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

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