Rockholds, KY

Kentucky

Rockholds is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 192. Residents earn $28,158 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
192 Population 161/sq mi density
$28,158 Median Income $21,053 per capita
$55,900 Home Value $132,484 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$28,158 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,900 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,158
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.8%
294% higher than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$28,158
Per Capita$21,053
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty48.8%
County GDP$1,559M

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,484

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation1,102 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+41.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Rockholds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockholds receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rockholds has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockholds is $28,158, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 48.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockholds is $55,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockholds enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rockholds has a population of 192 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

192
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.4%
Female 77.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockholds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rockholds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockholds is $28,158, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 48.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rockholds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,158
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,053
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$52,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate48.8%
294% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,040
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare107
Retail132
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockholds is $55,900, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,484.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,900
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,484

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Rate4.99%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.1%
Premature Death16,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Rockholds has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates36.8316°N, 84.1077°W
County FIPS21235
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+41.2%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants75
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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