Rockport, KY

Kentucky

Rockport is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 207. Residents earn $44,063 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
207 Population 296/sq mi density
$44,063 Median Income $23,704 per capita
$96,700 Home Value
$755 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$44,063 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $755/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,063
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,063
Per Capita$23,704
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty23.2%
County GDP$1,077M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation401 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+75.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries3

Is Rockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $44,063, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockport is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rockport has a population of 207 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

207
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockport is $44,063, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,063
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,704
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$53,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$1,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare51
Retail68
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,014
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockport is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,014
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Rockport has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation401 ft (122 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates37.3378°N, 86.9890°W
County FIPS21183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+75.5%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants28
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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