Median Income
$68,854
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.5%
99% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.9%
12% higher than US avg
How Rossburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population272
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density1,943/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$68,854
Per Capita$30,791
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.1%
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,041 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+0.5%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4
Is Rossburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rossburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Rossburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rossburg is $68,854, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rossburg is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Rossburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Rossburg has a population of 272 with a density of 1,943 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 10.3% Black.
Population
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Rossburg is $68,854, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,854 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,791 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,246 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,354 |
| County GDP | $3,389M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 85 |
| Retail | 170 |
| Manufacturing | 64 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Rossburg is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,600 |
| 59% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,704 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.23% |
In Rossburg, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rossburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,154/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 85 |
Crime Rates: Rossburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rossburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,041 ft (317 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,943/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2802°N, 84.6383°W |
| County FIPS | 39037 |