Median Income
$41,042
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Rockville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population180
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density818/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,042
Per Capita$14,891
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$158M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation1,977 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+81.1%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute24 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries2
Is Rockville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $41,042, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockville is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 24.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Rockville has a population of 180 with a density of 818 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rockville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rockville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rockville is $41,042, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Rockville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,042 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,891 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $748 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,532 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 110 |
| County GDP | $158M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 20 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Rockville is $60,000, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $60,000 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Rockville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,618/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Rockville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rockville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.5 inches |
| 30% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,977 ft (603 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 818/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1185°N, 98.8311°W |
| County FIPS | 31163 |