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Rockland, MI

Michigan

Rockland is a small town in Michigan with a population of 250. Residents earn $45,156 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
250 Population 568/sq mi density
$45,156 Median Income $19,045 per capita
$58,300 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,156 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,156
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans22.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,156
Per Capita$19,045
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$169M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking19.0%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries4

Is Rockland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rockland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockland is $45,156, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockland is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 177.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rockland has a population of 250 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

250
Total Population
568
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockland is $45,156, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rockland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,156
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,045
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$54,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare14
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockland is $58,300, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.8%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate6.59%
In Rockland, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death13,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Rockland has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall177.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density568/sq mi
Coordinates46.7394°N, 89.1796°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.4-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density568/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants29
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

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