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Rockdale, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Rockdale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 220. Residents earn $94,167 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
220 Population 786/sq mi density
$94,167 Median Income $40,466 per capita
$275,000 Home Value
$1,097 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$94,167 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275,000 home value, $1,097/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,167
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,097
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,167
Per Capita$40,466
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty21.0%
County GDP$10,849M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
Rent$1,097
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking12.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries9

Is Rockdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Rockdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockdale is $94,167, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockdale is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,097 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rockdale has a population of 220 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%), with 5% Black.

Population

220
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockdale is $94,167, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Rockdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,167
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$69,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,943
County GDP$10,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants389
Healthcare357
Retail495
Manufacturing208

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockdale is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,097 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,097
6% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Rockdale, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,957
Dentists1:1,402
Mental Health1:438
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death8,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities357
Rockdale has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates42.9700°N, 89.0306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.6%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density786/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities357
Restaurants389
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

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