Wyoming
Rock River is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 254. Residents earn $62,750 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rock River receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Rock River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Rock River is $62,750, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Rock River is $128,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,558 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Rock River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,750 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $58,429 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,045 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.9% |
| 133% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,666 |
| County GDP | $2,360M |
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 143 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,410 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.44% |
| Commute Time | 32.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $128,300 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,769 |
| Median List Price | $102,500 |
| Median List Price | $102,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $35 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,558 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Studio | $785 |
| 1 Bedroom | $824 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,044 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,399 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,719 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,410 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.44% |
| Obesity | 26.9% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.4% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,762/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 143 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.2 inches |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 51.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,843 ft (2,086 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7317°N, 105.9751°W |
| County FIPS | 56001 |
Winner: Republican by 3.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.9% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.13 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 143 |
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 32.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |