Median Income
$68,681
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,600
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Rockport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population777
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,681
Per Capita$28,416
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,579M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,600
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation370 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Libraries2
Is Rockport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Rockport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rockport is $68,681, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockport is $145,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Rockport has a population of 777 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 6.2% Black.
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Rockport is $68,681, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,681 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,416 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $927 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,664 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 621 |
| County GDP | $1,579M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 76 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,921 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
The median home value in Rockport is $145,600, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,600 |
| 48% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $777 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,921 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
In Rockport, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.4% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,718/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 19.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: Rockport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Rockport has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.5 inches |
| 51% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 370 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4069°N, 92.8016°W |
| County FIPS | 05059 |