Median Income
$55,114
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$255,500
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Rock Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,142
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,011/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,114
Per Capita$22,901
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute23 min
Housing
A
Home Value$255,500
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$429,229
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation651 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+69.5%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Rock Island a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rock Island receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rock Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rock Island is $55,114, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rock Island is $255,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Rock Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Rock Island has a population of 1,142 with a density of 1,011 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.9%), with 2% Black.
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rock Island vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 50.6% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Spanish | 49.4% |
| 269% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rock Island vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rock Island is $55,114, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Rock Island vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,114 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,901 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,042 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,288 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,424 |
| County GDP | $2,641M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 178 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 184 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,188 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Rock Island is $255,500, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $429,229.
Home Values
| Census Median | $255,500 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $429,229 |
| Median List Price | $394,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $394,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $282 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,094 |
| 6% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,188 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
In Rock Island, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rock Island vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,849/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: Rock Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 637 |
Safety Score
Rock Island has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 651 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,011/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3732°N, 120.1421°W |
| County FIPS | 53037 |