Rockport, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Rockport is a small town in Washington with a population of 60.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
60 Population 167/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature 166 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.3%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population60
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,435
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.3%
County GDP$9,574M
Commute105 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,325
Housing Units17

Health

Obesity24.3%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking11.3%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days166/yr
Elevation224 ft (68 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+18.2%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute105 min
Broadband16.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Rockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Rockport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

18.8% 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 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 166 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Rockport has a population of 60 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

60
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.7%
Female 63.3%

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 N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Rockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,435
Avg Weekly Wage$1,257
IRS Avg AGI$88,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.3%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,856
County GDP$9,574M

Business (County)

Restaurants368
Healthcare369
Retail489
Manufacturing177

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,793
94% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,325.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$386,325

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units17

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,793
94% above US avg
In Rockport, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 14.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure23.9%
Asthma7.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity14.9%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress13.0%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep23.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate48.1%
Dental Visits41.2%
Premature Death6,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities369
Rockport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 83.1 inches. The area enjoys 166 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days166 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.1 inches
119% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates48.4847°N, 121.6075°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53057
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.1%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+18.2%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants368
Retail Stores489

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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