Rockwood, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Wayne County County
Rockwood, MI
At a Glance
How Rockwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rockwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rockwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rockwood residents earn a median household income of $85,391 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,439. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,727 business establishments, including 3,598 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rockwood is $180,000 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $233,532. Median rent is $968/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Rockwood reports 129 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 419/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Rockwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rockwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 55.