Median Income
$101,447
35% higher than US avg
Home Value
$327,400
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.1%
83% lower than US avg
How Rockville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,521
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,447
Per Capita$47,055
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$327,400
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,118 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+94.1%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Libraries10
Is Rockville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rockville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rockville is $101,447, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Rockville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockville is $327,400, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Rockville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Rockville has a population of 2,521 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).
Population
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rockville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rockville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rockville is $101,447, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Rockville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,447 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $47,055 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,198 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,564 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,733 |
| County GDP | $12,618M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 391 |
| Healthcare | 529 |
| Retail | 642 |
| Manufacturing | 231 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,101 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Rockville is $327,400, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $327,400 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $231 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $925 |
| 20% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,101 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.56% |
In Rockville, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.9% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.9% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,211/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 529 |
Crime Rates: Rockville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Rockville has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.8 inches |
| 19% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,118 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 28.7 sq mi (74.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 88/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4660°N, 94.3189°W |
| County FIPS | 27145 |