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Rockville, MO

Missouri

Rockville is a small town in Missouri with a population of 203. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
203 Population 615/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $18,810 per capita
$28,600 Home Value $143,343 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$28,600 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $28,600
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density615/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans28.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$18,810
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty4.9%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$28,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,343
Housing Units122
Rent Burden35.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking20.4%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+84.0%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband73.0%

Is Rockville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Rockville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockville is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockville is $28,600, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rockville has a population of 203 with a density of 615 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

203
Total Population
615
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rockville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockville is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Rockville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockville is $28,600, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,343.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,600
90% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,343

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Rockville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.9%
Dental Visits45.5%

Food & Exercise

Rockville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.3 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates38.0714°N, 94.0797°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+84.0%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density615/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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