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Rock Mills, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Rock Mills is a small town in Alabama with a population of 437. Residents earn $19,583 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
437 Population 69/sq mi density
$19,583 Median Income $21,426 per capita
$73,800 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$19,583 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$73,800 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,583
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,583
Per Capita$21,426
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$1,504M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units279
Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking19.5%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+76.3%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute18 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries3

Is Rock Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rock Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rock Mills is $19,583, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock Mills is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rock Mills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rock Mills has a population of 437 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

437
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rock Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock Mills is $19,583, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Rock Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,583
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,188
IRS Avg AGI$56,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)176
County GDP$1,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,979
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock Mills is $73,800, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,979
15% below US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Rock Mills, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits50.9%
Premature Death14,528/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access0.4%
Healthcare Facilities3
Rock Mills has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates33.1599°N, 85.2811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS13149
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.1-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 72.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+76.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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