Rockledge, PA
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Rockledge, PA
At a Glance
How Rockledge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rockledge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rockledge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rockledge residents earn a median household income of $82,708 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,043. The unemployment rate stands at 10.0% (178% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 33,641 business establishments, including 3,941 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rockledge is $295,800 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $400,894. Median rent is $1,095/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Rockledge reports 38 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 841/100K.
Education
42.4% of adults in Rockledge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.