Rockvale, MT

Montana · Metropolitan Area

Rockvale is a small town in Montana with a population of 413.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
413 Population 249/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $49,870 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population413
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,870
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation3,505 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute18 min
Libraries4

Is Rockvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockvale receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rockvale 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Rockvale has a population of 413 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

413
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rockvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockvale is N/A. 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 18 minutes.

Income: Rockvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$82,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,794
County GDP$14,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants481
Healthcare612
Retail691
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,435
27% above US avg
In Rockvale, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access81.1%
Healthcare Facilities612

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Rockvale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall48.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,505 ft (1,068 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates45.5187°N, 108.8713°W
County FIPS30111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.68
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants481
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home4.4%

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