Median Income
$77,143
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$65,500
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How Rose Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population286
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density2,043/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$77,143
Per Capita$28,527
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$65,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,355
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation811 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries2
Is Rose Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rose Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rose Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rose Hill is $77,143, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rose Hill is $65,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Rose Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Rose Hill has a population of 286 with a density of 2,043 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).
Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rose Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rose Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rose Hill is $77,143, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Rose Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,143 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,527 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,067 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,144 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 625 |
| County GDP | $1,192M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 75 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,289 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.2% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Rose Hill is $65,500, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,355.
Home Values
| Census Median | $65,500 |
| 77% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $231,355 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,289 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.55% |
In Rose Hill, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rose Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,887/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: Rose Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Rose Hill has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.4 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 811 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3204°N, 92.4636°W |
| County FIPS | 19123 |