Rockland, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Knox County County
Rockland, ME
At a Glance
How Rockland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rockland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rockland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rockland residents earn a median household income of $55,276 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,043. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,289 business establishments, including 171 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rockland is $234,400 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $344,864. Median rent is $986/month, with 31.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1948.
Safety & Crime
Rockland reports 99 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,941/100K.
Education
35.6% of adults in Rockland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rockland has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.