Median Income
$48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$189,100
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,066
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Rockvale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population743
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density362/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$20,571
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,073M
Commute29 min
Housing
A
Home Value$189,100
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,282
Health
Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation5,484 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Libraries4
Is Rockvale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockvale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rockvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rockvale is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockvale is $189,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Rockvale has a population of 743 with a density of 362 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).
Population
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Rockvale is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,125 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,062 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,878 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,124 |
| County GDP | $2,073M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 20.2% |
The median home value in Rockvale is $189,100, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,282.
Home Values
| Census Median | $189,100 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,282 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,066 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.21% |
In Rockvale, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockvale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.6% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,802/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Rockvale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rockvale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.7 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,484 ft (1,672 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 362/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3644°N, 105.1645°W |
| County FIPS | 08043 |