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Rockport, IL

Illinois

Rockport is a small town in Illinois with a population of 48. Residents earn $125,278 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
48 Population 112/sq mi density
$125,278 Median Income $55,413 per capita
$50,000 Home Value $101,563 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$125,278 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,278
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,278
Per Capita$55,413
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$684M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,563
Housing Units54
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.8%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation448 ft (137 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries2

Is Rockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $125,278, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Rockport among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockport is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rockport has a population of 48 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

48
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockport is $125,278, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,278
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,413
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$57,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$684M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockport is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,563

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Rockport, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,920
Dentists1:2,944
Mental Health1:1,380
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death8,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities56
Rockport has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation448 ft (137 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates39.5391°N, 91.0127°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants37
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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