Rockwell, NC

North Carolina · Rowan County · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro

Rockwell is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,688. Residents earn $64,141 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

2,688 Population 1,453/sq mi density

$64,141 Median Income $31,788 per capita

$218,800 Home Value $284,919 Zillow

$846 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

325 Violent Crime/100K 1,395 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$64,141 median income, 3.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$218,800 home value, $846/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

325 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

26.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $64,141

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $218,800

22% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 325/100K

14% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.5%

21% lower than US avg

Median Rent $846

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.8%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.8%

77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,688

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density1,453/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

Median Income$64,141

Per Capita$31,788

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty2.8%

County GDP$7,886M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$218,800

Rent$846

Ownership59.5%

Zillow$284,919

Housing Units967

Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

Violent325/100K

Property1,395/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault186/100K

Burglary186/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking16.8%

Depression27.6%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain43.7 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation783 ft (239 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.5%

High School+87.5%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score4.71

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%

Commute29 min

Broadband96.0%

EV Stations13

Libraries5

Is Rockwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockwell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Rockwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockwell is $64,141, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockwell is $218,800, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rockwell is below the national average at 325 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,395 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Rockwell has a population of 2,688 with a density of 1,453 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.2% female and 43.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,688

Total Population

1,453

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%

Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.3%

75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockwell is $64,141, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,788 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,106, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,334 business establishments, including 235 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 11.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rockwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,141
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,788
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,106
IRS Avg AGI	$62,150
Gini Index	0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.8%
	77% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,334
County GDP	$7,886M

Business (County)

Restaurants	235
Healthcare	273
Retail	429
Manufacturing	181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.8 min
Drive Alone	79.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockwell is $218,800, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,919, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 967 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $3,570. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$218,800
	22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$284,919
Median List Price	$353,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$353,950
$/Sq Ft	$141
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	91.7%
Price Drops	60.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$846
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	59.5%
Owner-Occupied	59.5%
Renter-Occupied	40.5%
Housing Units	967
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,570
	2% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.63%

In Rockwell, 35.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.2% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 16.9% report binge drinking. 25.0% are physically inactive. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,050. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.8%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	25.0%
Depression	27.6%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.0%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,905
Dentists	1:2,050
Mental Health	1:384
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	63.3%
Premature Death	12,312/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	66.5%
Healthcare Facilities	273

Rockwell has a violent crime rate of 325 per 100,000 residents, 14% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 186.0 per 100,000, robbery at 46.5, rape at 93.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,395 per 100,000, 29% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,116, burglary at 186, vehicle theft at 93 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rockwell receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	325.4/100K
	14% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	93.0/100K
Robbery	46.5/100K
Assault	186.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,394.7/100K
	29% below US avg
Burglary	186.0/100K
Theft	1,115.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	93.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	51
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Rockwell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 783 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	783 ft (239 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	1,453/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5530°N, 80.4092°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Rowan County County
Nearest Airport	Mid-Carolina Regional (SRW) 9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"

15% above US avg

Snowfall 2.4"

Wettest Month (Mar) 4.33"

Driest Month (Nov) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0475 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	7.2 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	82.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.9 / 100
Community Resilience	48.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Apr 13, 1998	9 km S of Kershaw, South Carolina	M3.9	122 km
Jun 5, 1998	4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina	M3.2	34 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	132 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	96 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	132 km
Mar 21, 2004	16 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina	M2.7	149 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	75 km
Jun 10, 2018	2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina	M2.7	101 km
Aug 17, 2021	6 km N of Morganton, North Carolina	M2.7	119 km
Jul 8, 2023	Virginia-North Carolina border region	M2.6	134 km
Feb 4, 2021	1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina	M2.6	123 km
Oct 29, 2012	5 km SSE of West Marion, North Carolina	M2.5	144 km
Jun 12, 2014	4 km NE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.5	131 km
Mar 26, 2019	8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina	M2.5	64 km
Jul 29, 2012	7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina	M2.5	99 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	274 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	253 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	252 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	262 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	250 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	294 km
2003	Isabel	Category 1	275 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	281 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	278 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	160 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	262 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	114 km
1984	Diana	Category 4	259 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

326 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 244 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 7, 1998	EF4	95 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF4	70 km	1
Mar 28, 2010	EF3	54 km	0
May 8, 2008	EF3	48 km	0
May 7, 1998	EF3	52 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	75 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	68 km	0
May 5, 1989	EF3	63 km	0
May 22, 1985	EF3	62 km	0
Oct 7, 1965	EF3	54 km	1
May 26, 2022	EF2	66 km	0
Mar 31, 2022	EF2	52 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	84 km	0
Feb 6, 2020	EF2	15 km	0
Apr 15, 2018	EF2	80 km	0
Oct 23, 2017	EF2	91 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	79 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	43 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	56 km	0
Mar 3, 2012	EF2	41 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

18 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,989 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	UNNAMED	1,989	61 km
2020	UWH NARROWS DAM RX	1,222	34 km
2021	GRINDSTONE	1,106	88 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,090	91 km
2002	UNNAMED	889	64 km
2019	UNNAMED	748	94 km
1992	COMP 6 B	737	62 km
2019	ROBEDO SOUTH RX	727	48 km
2018	SCCRR-FY18-RX-COMP-01	716	100 km
2018	UNNAMED	665	37 km
2024	COYOTE	663	90 km
2013	EASTLINE RX	594	100 km
2022	PINE ROAD	582	33 km
2022	UNNAMED	579	50 km
2020	UNNAMED	565	51 km
2004	PARTNER	544	98 km
2009	UNNAMED	536	61 km
2024	0101/02_0202 PER RX	511	61 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (4°C)	3.8 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	50°F (10°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.0 in
June	74°F (23°C)	4.2 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.7 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.7 in
November	50°F (10°C)	3.2 in	Driest
December	42°F (6°C)	3.4 in

Rockwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (3.2").

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Rockwell is located in Rowan County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.5% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 273 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%

D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	51
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.5%
	21% below US avg
High School+	87.5%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	4.71

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,453/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi
County	Rowan County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.0%
Avg Download Speed	195.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	44.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	16
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	273
Restaurants	235
Retail Stores	429

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.8 min
Drive Alone	79.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.8%

Average costs for common services in Rockwell. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$862
Toddler	$601
Preschool	$515
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$598
Preschool	$565

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rowan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	6,867	168	$70,236	1.65
Retail Trade	6,331	414	$44,349	1.25
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,576	309	$51,571	0.77
Accommodation & Food Services	4,474	275	$22,333	0.97
Transportation & Warehousing	3,778	150	$67,538	1.76
Construction	3,142	450	$66,506	1.18
Administrative & Waste Services	2,520	250	$49,811	0.85
Wholesale Trade	2,513	192	$67,818	1.26
Management of Companies	1,324	22	$96,486	1.55
Educational Services	1,093	40	$47,188	1.04
Professional & Technical Services	1,061	272	$78,694	0.30
Other Services	966	280	$43,083	0.63
Arts & Entertainment	782	60	$24,791	0.92
Finance & Insurance	547	150	$70,923	0.27
Agriculture & Forestry	256	29	$40,211	0.63
Mining & Oil/Gas	246	8	$64,822	1.29
Real Estate	242	126	$54,378	0.31
Utilities	170	9	$102,195	0.88
Information & Technology	138	18	$51,333	0.15
Unclassified	3	7	$30,676	0.04

Schools in Rockwell

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Rockwell Elementary	Elementary	519	33	15.7:1
Shive Elementary	Elementary	480	34	14.1:1

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Radio Stations near Rockwell

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
BBN	christian-gospel	AAC 56 kbps
BBN German	online christian radio	AAC 56 kbps
UP! 98.7	christian contemporary	AAC
89.9 WDAV	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.7 The Fox - Charlotte's Classic Rock WRFX	classic rock	AAC 24 kbps
WDAV 89.9 Classical Public Radio	charlotte, classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
106.5 The END	alternative	AAC
96.9 The Kat	country	AAC

Campgrounds Near Rockwell

5 campgrounds found near Rockwell.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
KING'S MOUNTAIN POINT PICNIC PAVILION (NC)	4.5/5	6	$35–$50
CANEBRAKE HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	28	$27–$54
ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	49	$20–$54
BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	34	$20–$40
BADIN LAKE GROUP CAMP	4.1/5	3	$75

National Parks Near Rockwell

20 national parks and monuments found near Rockwell.

Park	Type	Fee
Andrew Jackson State Park	State Park	Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Cheraw State Park	State Park	Free
Chester State Park	State Park	Free
Crowders Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Hanging Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Haw River State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Mountain National Military Park	National Military Park	Free
Kings Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Norman State Park	State Park	Free
Landsford Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Morrow Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
New River State Park	State Park	Free
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free

Trails Near Rockwell

64 trails found near Rockwell.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
DUTCHMAN'S CREEK	11.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UWHARRIE NRT	8.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KEYAUWEE	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BADIN LAKE	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIRKHEAD MOUNTAIN	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUPERTREE LOOP	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RIVER TRAIL	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UWHARRIE NRT	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROBBINS BRANCH	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DICKEY BELL OHV	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY MOUNTAIN OHV	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HELEN'S LOOP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FRALEY TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACKBURN TRAIL	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DUTCH JOHN OHV	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TODD TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FALLS DAM OHV	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DANIEL OHV	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUTTERMILK TRAIL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATES TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MEGAN TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JOSH TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MORGAN TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TONY TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKEVIEW OHV	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROBBINS TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BURL TREE WAY	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LARRY'S LINK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HANNAH'S CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAKE TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LESLIE TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INDIAN TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SLAB PILE OHV	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG ROCK LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIRKHEAD MOUNTAIN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WOLF DEN OHV	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MORRIS MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL OHV	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
THORNBURG	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THORNBURG	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TANAGER TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOME TRAIL EXTENSION	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BERNER TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LUTHER'S SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANEBRAKE LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DICKEY BELL OHV	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUDOLPH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WREN TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YATES PLACE CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BADIN HORSE CAMP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREG'S LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOOD RUN LOOP B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WOOD RUN LOOP A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV CHALLENGE A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FALLS DAM OHV CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KEYAUWEE ROCK GARDEN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—

Museums in Rockwell

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORTH CAROLINA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	411 S SALISBURY AVENUE	7046362889	$1,724,325
WATERWORKS VISUAL ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		7046361882	$270,735
OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	770 STONE HOUSE RD	7046335946	$122,080
ROWAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2026624678	$122,080
NATIONAL SPORTCASTERS & SPORTSWRITERS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	307 SUMMIT AVENUE	7046334275	$69,152
EASTERN CABARRUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7044366169	$47,901
HISTROIC CABARRUS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	65 UNION ST S	7049202465	$40,538
SOUTHERN RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 33		$36,500
DOLL AND TOY MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		7047629359	$21,381
ALBEMARLE-STANLY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	245 EAST MAIN STREET	7049863777
BROWN-FISHER ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046332995
CABARRUS COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ART & AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM
CABARRUS GENEALOGY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3362422035
FREEDOM MUSEUM USA	HISTORY MUSEUM		8066698040
GOLD HILL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7042679439
GRIMES MILL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046364311
HALL HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	215 DEPOT STREET	7046360103
HISTORIC CONCORD PRESERVATION TR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH ROWAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7048558329
HORIZONS UNLIMITED	GENERAL MUSEUM		7046393004
NATHAN BROWN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HWY OLD 80
PRICE OF FREEDOM MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7048577474
STANLEY COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	245 E MAIN ST	7049863777
TRADING FORD HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORY MUSEUM		7046333125
UTZMAN CHAMBERS & M. BRAUN HOUSES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7046363101

Libraries in Rockwell

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CABARRUS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	27 UNION ST N	415,387
ROWAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 W FISHER ST	341,569
STANLY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	133 E MAIN ST	152,245

Farmers Markets in Rockwell

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Salisbury	1560 Julian Road	06/11/2014 to 10/29/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Buy Fresh Buy Local of North Carolina Farmers Market - Spencer	400 Block South Salisbury Avenue	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
China Grove Farmers Market	308 North Main Street	05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Piedmont Farmers Market	Robinson Church Rd		Mon: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	24 Market Street	05/15/2013 to 09/25/2013	Wed: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Piedmont Farmers Market	518 Winecoff School Rd.		Tue: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Salisbury-Rowan County Farmers Market	South Jackson St and West Fisher St	04/25/2015 to	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Stanly Commons Farmers Market	1000 N. First St.	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Mon: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Breweries in Rockwell

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cabarrus Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	329 Mcgill Ave	7044904487
High Branch Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	325 Mcgill Ave	7047063807

Pharmacies in Rockwell

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 7566	8765 NC HIGHWAY 52	704-279-2581

Cell Towers in Rockwell

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
695 YOUNG MOUNTAIN ROAD	TOWER	205
49221 Reeves Island Drive	TOWER	101
1628 STOKES FERRY ROAD	TOWER	86
813 CONCORD ROAD	TOWER	82
Albemarle Cell Site - 40170 Stony Gap Road	TOWER	61
Linwood Cell Site - 153 Sigmon Road	TOWER	57
(Salisbury) ADJ TO 729 JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD SOUTH	GTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Rockwell

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Rockwell City Fire Department	116 S Cherry ST	Volunteer			704-279-2921
Rockwell Rural Fire Department, Inc.	320 Link ST	Mostly volunteer			704-279-2171

Power Plants Near Rockwell

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MEADOWBROOK SOLAR FARM	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.4	OP
ORGAN CHURCH SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.5	OP
ROCKWELL SOLAR LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-80.5	OP

Bridges in Rockwell

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Concrete	1936	112	8,200	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1938	28	5,600	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2019	213	4,200	G
Culvert	Steel	1980	25	2,900	F
Culvert	Steel	1992	23	2,700	G
Culvert	Steel	2001	29	2,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	62	1,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2001	31	1,500	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2023	57	1,100	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1992	92	1,100	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	57	1,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1978	47	970	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	92	970	F
Culvert	Steel	2003	28	850	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	164	590	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	72	590	G
Culvert	Steel	2006	22	590	F
Culvert	Concrete	1993	26	590	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2019	31	540	G
Culvert	Steel	1983	21	400	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	72	400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	62	400	G
Culvert	Steel	1983	29	280	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2009	28	280	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2017	36	200	G
Culvert	Steel	2001	24	90	F

Amtrak Stations in Rockwell

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Kannapolis, NC	201 South Main Street	TRAIN
Salisbury, NC	215 Depot Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Rockwell

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
CAROLINA STALITE COMPANY	16815 OLD BEATTYS FORD RD.	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN
ROWAN COUNTY POWER PLANT	5755 NC HIGHWAY 801	ROWAN

Airports Near Rockwell

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Charlotte Douglas International Airport	CLT	Large Airport
Piedmont Triad International Airport	GSO	Large Airport
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport	USA	Medium Airport
Smith Reynolds Airport	INT	Medium Airport
Aero Plantation Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Harbor Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander County Airport	—	Small Airport
Anson County Airport - Jeff Cloud Field	—	Small Airport
Arant Airport	—	Small Airport
Asheboro Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Atwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bahnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Barringer Field	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Field	—	Small Airport
Boonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd's Hawks Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Broadway Airfield	—	Small Airport
Brown Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Buffalo Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chalfant Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Corriher Field	—	Small Airport
Darr Field	—	Small Airport
Davidson County Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Delk's Airport	—	Small Airport
DS Butler Farm and Airfield	—	Small Airport
Dusenbury Field	—	Small Airport
Edwards Airport	—	Small Airport
Elkin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Enochville Airport	—	Small Airport
Ervin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Falls Landing	—	Small Airport
Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Fivepoints Field	—	Small Airport
Flying Bj Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gastonia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgia Road Field	—	Small Airport
Gold Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Goodnight's Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensboro Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamptonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Happy Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Rockwell

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Albemarle Police Department	203 North 2nd Street
Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office	30 Corban Avenue Southeast
China Grove Police Department	205 Swink Street
Concord Police Department	41 Cabarrus Avenue West
Landis Police Department	136 North Central Avenue
Rowan County Sheriff's Office	232 North Main Street
Salisbury Police Department	130 East Liberty Street
Village of Misenheimer Municipal Building	49137 Ward Drive

Grocery Stores in Rockwell

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CVS PHARMACY 7566	Other	8765 Highway 52
Dollar General 20632	Other	119 Organ Church Rd
Dollar General 25122	Other	160 Crescent Rd
Dollar General 25502	Other	125 Marion St
DOLLAR GENERAL 6073	Other	610 W Main St Ste A
Family Dollar 4993	Other	945 W Main St
FOOD LION 381	Supermarket	968 W Main St
Kangaroo Express	Convenience Store	264 E Main St
Quality Mart #1 1526	Convenience Store	8810 Highway 52
Rowan Poultry Farm	Farmers and Markets	285 Majestic Dr
Variety Produce.	Grocery Store	415 W Main St

Post Offices in Rockwell

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rockwell

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carolina Energetics PC	Substance Abuse	704-762-9630
CMC Northeast - Partial Hospitalization Program	Mental Health	704-403-1831
Daymark Recovery Services - Rowan Center	Both	704-633-3616
Monarch - BH Stanly	Both	866-272-7826
Rowan Regional Medical Center - LifeWorks Behavioral Health Ctr	Both	704-210-5000
Treatment Centers LLC - Rowan Treatment Associates	Substance Abuse	704-645-8539

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rockwell

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BIBLE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	11360 OLD CONCORD RD
DO WITH NOT FOR MINISTRIES	398 ROCKY RICK RD
FREEDOM CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CENTER CHURCH OF GOD	PD BOX 999
G2YOU MINISTRIES	310 TROUTMAN RD
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF ROCKWELL	6725 HIGHWAY 152 EAST
HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH	RT 2 BOX 228
HOLY POWER CHURCH INC	ROUTE 2 BOX 96
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	2070 IMMANUEL CHURCH ROAD
LIVING LARGE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1347
NEW HOPE WOMENS MINISTRY	169 BIRTWICK RD
OUTDOOR REVOLUTION INC	12045 OLD CONCORD RD
ROCKWELL FOURSQUARE CHURCH	795 CANNON ST
SAINT JAMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH INC OF ROCKWELL NC	PO BOX 486

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockwell

What is the population of Rockwell?

Rockwell has a population of 2,688 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,453 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 56.2% female and 43.8% male.

Is Rockwell expensive to live in?

Rockwell is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $64,141, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $218,800 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rockwell safe?

Rockwell is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 325 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,395 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rockwell receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rockwell?

Rockwell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Rockwell?

Rockwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,106. There are 3,334 business establishments in the area, including 235 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rockwell?

The median home value in Rockwell is $218,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,919. For renters, the median monthly rent is $846. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,570.

How are the schools in Rockwell?

Schools in Rockwell have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 26.5% of adults in Rockwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rockwell?

The obesity rate in Rockwell is 35.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Rockwell?

The average commute in Rockwell is 29 minutes. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rockwell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rockwell is 89.4% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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