South Rockwood, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Wayne County County
South Rockwood, MI
At a Glance
How South Rockwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Rockwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Rockwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Rockwood residents earn a median household income of $78,063 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,386. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,727 business establishments, including 3,598 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Rockwood is $217,800 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $322,337. Median rent is $1,325/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Education
18.9% of adults in South Rockwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Rockwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 55.