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Rockbridge, IL

Illinois

Rockbridge is a small town in Illinois with a population of 115. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
115 Population 155/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $33,737 per capita
$91,900 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,900 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $91,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$33,737
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$431M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation540 ft (165 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries4

Is Rockbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockbridge receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rockbridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockbridge is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockbridge is $91,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rockbridge has a population of 115 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 10.4% Black.

Population

115
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockbridge is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rockbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,737
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$60,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail35
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockbridge is $91,900, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,900
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Rockbridge, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rockbridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,922
Dentists1:2,913
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death10,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Rockbridge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates39.2693°N, 90.2066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.8-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home2.4%

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