Median Income
$42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$74,400
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Roscoe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population294
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density774/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$32,537
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$257M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$74,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation1,833 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Libraries2
Is Roscoe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Roscoe receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Roscoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Roscoe is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Roscoe is $74,400, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Roscoe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Roscoe has a population of 294 with a density of 774 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
The median household income in Roscoe is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,500 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,537 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,000 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,990 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
| County GDP | $257M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,800 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
The median home value in Roscoe is $74,400, 74% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,400 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,800 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.80% |
In Roscoe, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Roscoe vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,206/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Roscoe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Roscoe has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.4 inches |
| 44% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 47.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,833 ft (559 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 774/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4501°N, 99.3367°W |
| County FIPS | 46045 |