Rockledge, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Rockledge is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,609. Residents earn $82,708 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,609 Population 7,674/sq mi density
$82,708 Median Income $47,043 per capita
$295,800 Home Value
$1,095 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
117 Violent Crime/100K 1,018 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$82,708 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$295,800 home value, $1,095/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
117 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,708
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $295,800
5% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 117/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,095
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,609
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density7,674/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,708
Per Capita$47,043
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$134,989M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$295,800
Rent$1,095
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent117/100K
Property1,018/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault78/100K
Burglary39/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation230 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 79%
Commute30 min
Libraries53

Is Rockledge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockledge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rockledge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockledge is $82,708, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockledge is $295,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Rockledge is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,018 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockledge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rockledge has a population of 2,609 with a density of 7,674 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

2,609
Total Population
7,674
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockledge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockledge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockledge is $82,708, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rockledge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,708
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,043
Avg Weekly Wage$1,600
IRS Avg AGI$66,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,641
County GDP$134,989M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,941
Healthcare4,416
Retail4,364
Manufacturing639

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockledge is $295,800, 5% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,095 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$295,800
5% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,095
6% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.64%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death11,854/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,416
Rockledge has a violent crime rate of 117 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,018 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent117.4/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery39.1/100K
Assault78.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,017.6/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary39.1/100K
Theft900.2/100K
Vehicle Theft78.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)133

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rockledge has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density7,674/sq mi
Coordinates40.0823°N, 75.0898°W
County FIPS42101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 58.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20%
D 78.8%

Winner: Democrat by 58.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,674/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries53
Healthcare Facilities4,416
Restaurants3,941
Retail Stores4,364

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)133
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home15.1%

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