Median Income
$55,188
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$341,100
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,308
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Rockaway Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,577
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density986/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,188
Per Capita$39,178
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$1,475M
Commute24 min
Housing
B
Home Value$341,100
Rent$1,308
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$453,464
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Elevation17 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+83.1%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Rockaway Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockaway Beach 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rockaway Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rockaway Beach is $55,188, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockaway Beach is $341,100, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,308 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockaway Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Rockaway Beach has a population of 1,577 with a density of 986 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rockaway Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rockaway Beach vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rockaway Beach is $55,188, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Rockaway Beach vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,188 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,178 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,743 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,090 |
| County GDP | $1,475M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 106 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 29.4% |
The median home value in Rockaway Beach is $341,100, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,308 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $453,464.
Home Values
| Census Median | $341,100 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $453,464 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,308 |
| 12% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
In Rockaway Beach, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockaway Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,982/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Rockaway Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Rockaway Beach has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 76.7 inches |
| 102% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 17 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 986/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6170°N, 123.9389°W |
| County FIPS | 41057 |