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Rock Springs, WI

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Rock Springs is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 310. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
310 Population 238/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $29,893 per capita
$161,200 Home Value $298,867 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,200 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,200
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population310
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$29,893
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$5,577M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,867
Housing Units148
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.6%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation877 ft (267 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute20 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries9

Is Rock Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock Springs is $161,200, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rock Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rock Springs has a population of 310 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

310
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rock Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock Springs is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Rock Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,893
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$68,772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,219
County GDP$5,577M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare155
Retail298
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock Springs is $161,200, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,867.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,200
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,867

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Rock Springs, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:995
Dentists1:1,462
Mental Health1:496
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death7,554/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities155
Rock Springs has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates43.4787°N, 89.9269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants261
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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