Rockford Bay, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Rockford Bay is a small town in Idaho with a population of 308. Residents earn $125,625 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
308 Population 81/sq mi density
$125,625 Median Income $92,366 per capita
$981,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$125,625 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$981,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,625
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $981,300
248% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.1%
69% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population308
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans15.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$125,625
Per Capita$92,366
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute27 min

Housing

C
Home Value$981,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation2,263 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries8

Is Rockford Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockford Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rockford Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockford Bay is $125,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Rockford Bay among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockford Bay is $981,300, making it a premium housing market at 248% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Rockford Bay is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockford Bay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Rockford Bay has a population of 308 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

308
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockford Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockford Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockford Bay is $125,625, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rockford Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,625
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$92,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$86,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,717
County GDP$11,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare652
Retail635
Manufacturing273

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockford Bay is $981,300, 248% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$981,300
248% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Rate0.44%
In Rockford Bay, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rockford Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death6,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities652

Crime Rates: Rockford Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rockford Bay has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,263 ft (690 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates47.5086°N, 116.8865°W
County FIPS16055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.1%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.43
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants482
Retail Stores635

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

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