Home Value
$218,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.7%
75% higher than US avg
How Rocky Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population326
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,642
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$13,469M
Housing
Home Value$218,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation4,203 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Libraries15
Is Rocky Point a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rocky Point receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Rocky Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rocky Point is $218,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Rocky Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 117.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Rocky Point has a population of 326 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.3%), with 11.7% Hispanic.
Population
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rocky Point vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.2% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.8% |
| 12% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rocky Point vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rocky Point is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Rocky Point vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $38,642 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,809 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,355 |
| County GDP | $13,469M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 808 |
| Retail | 855 |
| Manufacturing | 283 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,865 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
The median home value in Rocky Point is $218,500, 22% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $218,500 |
| 22% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,865 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In Rocky Point, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rocky Point vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,096/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 808 |
Crime Rates: Rocky Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Rocky Point has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.3 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 117.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,203 ft (1,281 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4336°N, 122.1189°W |
| County FIPS | 41029 |