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Rocky Mound, TX

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Rocky Mound is a small town in Texas with a population of 186. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
186 Population 454/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $18,585 per capita
$54,400 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,400 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$18,585
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$658M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,400
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking16.3%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries2

Is Rocky Mound a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocky Mound receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Rocky Mound has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocky Mound is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocky Mound is $54,400, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rocky Mound enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rocky Mound has a population of 186 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.4%), with 19.4% Hispanic, 22.6% Black.

Population

186
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocky Mound vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rocky Mound vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocky Mound is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rocky Mound vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,585
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$67,632

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$658M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocky Mound is $54,400, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.2%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Effective Rate10.90%
In Rocky Mound, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rocky Mound vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.5%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,488
Dentists1:2,654
Mental Health1:2,684
Checkup Rate68.1%
Dental Visits41.9%
Premature Death11,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access12.2%
Healthcare Facilities16
Rocky Mound has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates33.0212°N, 95.0175°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density454/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants17
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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