Median Income
$54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$81,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.7%
70% lower than US avg
How Roscommon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,029
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$29,233
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$854M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$81,600
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,346
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,137 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+94.0%
School Score4.98
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
EV Stations4
Libraries4
Is Roscommon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Roscommon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Roscommon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Roscommon is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Roscommon is $81,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Roscommon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 65.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Roscommon has a population of 1,029 with a density of 624 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.
Population
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Roscommon vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Roscommon vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Roscommon is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Roscommon vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,375 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,233 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $765 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,282 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 583 |
| County GDP | $854M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 122 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,612 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Roscommon is $81,600, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,346.
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,600 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,346 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $544 |
| 53% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $689 |
| 1 Bedroom | $742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,242 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,632 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,612 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.88% |
In Roscommon, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Roscommon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,762/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Roscommon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Roscommon has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.6 inches |
| 22% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 65.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,137 ft (347 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 624/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4883°N, 84.5899°W |
| County FIPS | 26143 |