Median Income
$93,333
24% higher than US avg
Home Value
$17,100
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
25.1%
102% higher than US avg
How Rock Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,166
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$93,333
Per Capita$30,605
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$17,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease10.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Elevation6,736 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute22 min
Libraries3
Is Rock Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rock Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Rock Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rock Springs is $93,333, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rock Springs is $17,100, 94% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Rock Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches, including 33.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Rock Springs has a population of 1,166 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 100% Asian.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rock Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 35.5% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Spanish | 64.5% |
| 381% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rock Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rock Springs is $93,333, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Rock Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,333 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,605 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,364 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 25.1% |
| 102% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,225 |
| County GDP | $2,894M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 214 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 19.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
The median home value in Rock Springs is $17,100, 94% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $17,100 |
| 94% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 19.13% |
In Rock Springs, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rock Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 19.9% |
| Heart Disease | 10.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.0% |
| Asthma | 15.3% |
| COPD | 12.6% |
| Stroke | 6.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.4% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 25.6% |
| Physical Distress | 24.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 56.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.9% |
| Premature Death | 27,593/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
Crime Rates: Rock Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
Safety Score
Rock Springs has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.7 inches |
| 72% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,736 ft (2,053 m) |
| Area | 12.6 sq mi (32.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6188°N, 108.8345°W |
| County FIPS | 35031 |