Rocklake, ND

North Dakota

Rocklake is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 106. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
106 Population 505/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $40,375 per capita
$68,300 Home Value
$560 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,300 home value, $560/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $560
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$40,375
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$287M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,300
Rent$560
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation1,545 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Rocklake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocklake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rocklake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocklake is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocklake is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $560 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rocklake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches, including 37.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rocklake has a population of 106 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

106
Total Population
505
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocklake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rocklake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocklake is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rocklake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,375
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$88,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)96
County GDP$287M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare5
Retail11
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocklake is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $560 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,300
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$560
52% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

In Rocklake, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,909/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Rocklake has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall37.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density505/sq mi
Coordinates48.7902°N, 99.2459°W
County FIPS38095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.7-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.7%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 45.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density505/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants8
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home19.2%

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