Rockwood, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Roane County County
Rockwood, TN
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 $37,867 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,304. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,053 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rockwood is $132,100 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $239,209. Median rent is $725/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Rockwood reports 579 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,141/100K.
Education
11.1% of adults in Rockwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rockwood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.