Texas
Rockport is a small city in Texas with a population of 10,449. Residents earn $63,303 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population. Rockport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rockport is $63,303, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Rockport is $288,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Rockport is below the national average at 304 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,261 per 100,000, 168% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 37.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Rockport has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 84.2% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $63,303 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,269 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,008 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,379 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 206 |
| County GDP | $484M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,953 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.02% |
| Commute Time | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 20.1% |
| Census Median | $288,600 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $299,838 |
| Median List Price | $389,450 |
| Median List Price | $389,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $185 |
| Homes Sold | 23 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 24.1% |
| Inventory | 249 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,306 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,642 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,953 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.02% |
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,423/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 12.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Total Violent | 303.7/100K |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.4/100K |
| Robbery | 39.2/100K |
| Assault | 235.1/100K |
| Total Property | 5,260.6/100K |
| 168% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,107.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,987.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 166.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 72.4°F |
| 34% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 14 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 16.6 sq mi (42.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 631/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.0476°N, 97.0500°W |
| County FIPS | 48391 |
Winner: Republican by 39.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.4% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 631/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 20.1% |