Rockdale, TX

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Rockdale Overview

5,424
TOTAL POPULATION
2,574
MALE POPULATION
2,850
FEMALE POPULATION
90.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,086
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,984
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,911
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,138
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.58
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,752
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Rockdale Zip Codes

Rockdale Area Codes

Race in Rockdale

The most populous races in Rockdale are White / Caucasian (4,272 | 78.8%), Hispanic or Latino (2,016 | 37.2%), and Black / African American (497 | 9.2%).
Race in Rockdale
Race# Population% Population
Asian260.5%
Black / African American4979.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific390.7%
Hispanic or Latino2,01637.2%
Native / Alaskan190.4%
White / Caucasian4,27278.8%
Two or more Races2554.7%
Some other Race3165.8%
Total5,424100.0%

Ancestry in Rockdale

The most populous ancestries reported in Rockdale are Mexican (1,598 | 29.5%), American (609 | 11.2%), German (448 | 8.3%), English (399 | 7.4%), and Irish (238 | 4.4%), together accounting for 60.7% of all Rockdale residents.
Ancestry in Rockdale
Ancestry# Population% Population
American60911.2%
Austrian220.4%
Bhutanese150.3%
Canadian500.9%
Central American1182.2%
Cherokee140.3%
Colombian1542.8%
Czech1172.2%
Czechoslovakian160.3%
Dutch270.5%
English3997.4%
European180.3%
Finnish160.3%
French1061.9%
French Canadian320.6%
German4488.3%
Guatemalan711.3%
Honduran80.2%
Hungarian220.4%
Irish2384.4%
Italian1021.9%
Lithuanian270.5%
Mexican1,59829.5%
Panamanian390.7%
Polish280.5%
Potawatomi1102.0%
Puerto Rican1352.5%
Russian240.4%
Scotch-Irish921.7%
Scottish751.4%
South American1542.8%
Sri Lankan110.2%
Swedish901.7%
Swiss270.5%
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Immigrants in Rockdale

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Rockdale came from Latin America (485 | 8.9%), Central America (374 | 6.9%), Mexico (298 | 5.5%), Colombia (111 | 2.1%), and South America (111 | 2.1%), together accounting for 25.4% of all Rockdale residents.
Immigrants in Rockdale
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia260.5%
Central America3746.9%
Colombia1112.1%
Eastern Asia150.3%
Guatemala370.7%
Japan150.3%
Latin America4858.9%
Mexico2985.5%
Panama390.7%
South America1112.1%
South Eastern Asia110.2%
Vietnam110.2%
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Sex and Age in Rockdale

Sex and Age in Rockdale

The most populous age groups in Rockdale are 10 to 14 Years (257 | 10.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (322 | 11.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Rockdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years81 (3.2%)164 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Years56 (2.2%)142 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Years257 (10.0%)170 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years204 (7.9%)322 (11.3%)
20 to 24 Years169 (6.6%)235 (8.3%)
25 to 29 Years45 (1.8%)115 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years123 (4.8%)221 (7.7%)
35 to 39 Years179 (7.0%)222 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Years146 (5.7%)118 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years217 (8.4%)51 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years246 (9.6%)287 (10.1%)
55 to 59 Years122 (4.7%)109 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years217 (8.4%)160 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years114 (4.4%)241 (8.5%)
70 to 74 Years209 (8.1%)104 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years117 (4.5%)53 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years49 (1.9%)67 (2.4%)
85 Years and over23 (0.9%)69 (2.4%)
Total2,574 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Rockdale

Median Family Size in Rockdale

The median family size in Rockdale is 3.53 persons per family, with single male/father families (49 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.57 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (174 | 15.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.76 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Rockdale
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple898 (80.1%)3.63
Single Male/Father49 (4.4%)4.57
Single Female/Mother174 (15.5%)2.76
Total Families1,121 (100.0%)3.53

Median Household Size in Rockdale

The median household size in Rockdale is 2.41 persons per household, with single male/father households (49 | 2.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.57 persons per household. non-family households (1,077 | 49.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Rockdale
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple898 (40.9%)3.63
Single Male/Father49 (2.2%)4.57
Single Female/Mother174 (7.9%)2.76
Non-family1,077 (49.0%)1.23
Total Households2,198 (100.0%)2.41

Household Size by Marriage Status in Rockdale

Out of a total of 2,198 households in Rockdale, 1,121 (51.0%) are family households, while 1,077 (49.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 548, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 875.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Rockdale
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-875 (39.8%)
2-Person Households548 (24.9%)145 (6.6%)
3-Person Households116 (5.3%)57 (2.6%)
4-Person Households160 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households171 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households126 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,121 (51.0%)1,077 (49.0%)

Female Fertility in Rockdale

Fertility by Age in Rockdale

Average fertility rate in Rockdale is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 103.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Rockdale
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years59 (100.0%)103.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total59 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rockdale

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rockdale
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Rockdale

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Rockdale
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (15.2%)19.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree50 (84.8%)287.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total59 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rockdale

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rockdale
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Rockdale

Income Overview in Rockdale

Per Capita Income in Rockdale is $37,086, while median incomes of families and households are $83,984 and $39,911 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,424$37,086
Median Family Income1,121$83,984
Mean Family Income1,121$137,155
Median Household Income2,198$39,911
Mean Household Income2,198$89,740
Income Deficit1,121$13,138
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,42424.53%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,42475.47¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,4240.58

Earnings by Sex in Rockdale

Average Earnings in Rockdale are $29,889, $35,213 for men and $26,575 for women, a difference of 24.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Rockdale
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,397 (48.7%)$35,213
Female1,471 (51.3%)$26,575
Total2,868 (100.0%)$29,889

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rockdale

The most common earnings brackets in Rockdale are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (316 | 22.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (240 | 16.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rockdale
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (1.2%)56 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)165 (11.2%)
$5,000 to $7,499116 (8.3%)24 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,999104 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499113 (8.1%)23 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (1.8%)184 (12.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99957 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)66 (4.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)77 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999163 (11.7%)240 (16.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99967 (4.8%)206 (14.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999316 (22.6%)79 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99975 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (2.8%)123 (8.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)71 (4.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99999 (7.1%)57 (3.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99937 (2.6%)18 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (2.0%)48 (3.3%)
$100,000+129 (9.2%)34 (2.3%)
Total1,397 (100.0%)1,471 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rockdale

Average earnings in Rockdale are $36,306 for men and $30,492 for women, a difference of 16.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $105,474, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $29,987. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $27,418, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,933.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rockdale
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$29,987$22,933
College or Associate's Degree$105,474$0
Bachelor's Degree$36,723$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,306$30,492

Family Income in Rockdale

Family Income Brackets in Rockdale

According to the Rockdale family income data, there are 303 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Rockdale
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000494.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999474.2%
$25,000 to $34,999857.6%
$35,000 to $49,99915714.0%
$50,000 to $74,99916815.0%
$75,000 to $99,99930327.0%
$100,000 to $149,99917916.0%
$150,000 to $199,999373.3%
$200,000+968.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rockdale

3-person families (116 | 10.3%) account for the highest median family income in Rockdale with $97,857 per family, while 2-person families (548 | 48.9%) have the highest median income of $43,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rockdale
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families548 (48.9%)$87,000
3-Person Families116 (10.3%)$97,857
4-Person Families160 (14.3%)$69,444
5-Person Families171 (15.2%)$48,750
6-Person Families126 (11.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,121 (100.0%)$83,984

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rockdale

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rockdale
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners156 (13.9%)$0
1 Earner368 (32.8%)$65,307
2 Earners478 (42.6%)$105,481
3+ Earners119 (10.6%)$0
Total1,121 (100.0%)$83,984

Household Income in Rockdale

Household Income Brackets in Rockdale

With 523 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Rockdale, accounting for 23.8% of all households. In contrast, only 18 households (0.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Rockdale
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002009.1%
$10,000 to $14,999180.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991526.9%
$25,000 to $34,99929713.5%
$35,000 to $49,99952323.8%
$50,000 to $74,99928412.9%
$75,000 to $99,99932814.9%
$100,000 to $149,99926612.1%
$150,000 to $199,999371.7%
$200,000+974.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Rockdale

The median household income in Rockdale is $39,911, with the highest median household income of $66,696 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 618 households (28.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 112 households (5.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Rockdale
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years112 (5.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years618 (28.1%)$66,696
45 to 64 Years918 (41.8%)$38,785
65+ Years550 (25.0%)$39,193
Total2,198 (100.0%)$39,911

Poverty in Rockdale

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale

With 16.9% poverty level for males and 11.2% for females among the residents of Rockdale, 12 to 14 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 108 males (71.5%) and 123 females (39.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)57 (34.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years108 (71.5%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years171 (60.4%)25 (7.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)44 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years27 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years49 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years13 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (8.2%)123 (39.6%)
75 Years and over36 (19.7%)61 (39.4%)
Total427 (16.9%)310 (11.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale

According to the poverty statistics in Rockdale, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years81 (100.0%)107 (65.2%)
5 Years30 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years132 (100.0%)239 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years43 (28.5%)36 (100.0%)
15 Years73 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)185 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years112 (39.6%)298 (92.3%)
25 to 34 Years168 (100.0%)292 (86.9%)
35 to 44 Years298 (91.7%)327 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years414 (89.4%)330 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years326 (96.2%)269 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years258 (91.8%)188 (60.5%)
75 Years and over147 (80.3%)94 (60.7%)
Total2,099 (83.1%)2,451 (88.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rockdale

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Rockdale show that 10.7% or 96 of the total 898 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 36.8%, comprising of 49 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rockdale
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children483 (91.1%)47 (8.9%)
1 or 2 Children235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children84 (63.2%)49 (36.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total802 (89.3%)96 (10.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rockdale

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rockdale
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rockdale

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rockdale
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children47 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children49 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Rockdale

Employment by Class of Employer in Rockdale

Among the 2,470 employed individuals in Rockdale, private company employees (1,860 | 75.3%), not-for-profit organizations (167 | 6.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (140 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Rockdale
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,86075.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)642.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1405.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1676.8%
Local Government Employees994.0%
State Government Employees1305.3%
Federal Government Employees100.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,470100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Rockdale

According to the labor force statistics for Rockdale, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,432), 62.1% or 2,752 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 127 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 404 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.9% or 42 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Rockdale
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years108 (26.7%)42 (38.9%)
20 to 24 Years404 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years233 (67.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years594 (89.3%)72 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years595 (74.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years231 (100.0%)13 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years238 (63.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years181 (27.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,752 (62.1%)127 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rockdale

According to labor force statistics for Rockdale, 79.6% of individuals (2,052) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,578) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 84 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.4% or 424 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.0% or 72 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rockdale
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School335 (67.8%)19 (3.9%)
High School Diploma881 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree411 (77.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher424 (91.4%)79 (17.0%)
Total2,052 (79.6%)106 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Rockdale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rockdale are Community & Social Service (210 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (125 | 4.8%), Education, Arts & Media (123 | 4.7%), Health Technologists (98 | 3.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (87 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Rockdale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rockdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (32.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Rockdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Management54 (80.6%)13 (19.4%)
Business & Financial39 (75.0%)13 (25.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 182 (86.7%)28 (13.3%)
Education, Arts & Media123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library59 (67.8%)28 (32.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)125 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)98 (100.0%)
Total (Category)334 (65.1%)179 (34.9%)
Total (Overall)1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Rockdale are Food Preparation & Serving (124 | 4.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (64 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (52 | 2.0%), Healthcare Support (17 | 0.6%), and Security & Protection (12 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Rockdale

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Rockdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (94.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Rockdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Security & Protection12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (5.7%)117 (94.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Total (Category)83 (30.9%)186 (69.1%)
Total (Overall)1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Rockdale are Office & Administration (671 | 25.5%), and Sales & Related (376 | 14.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Rockdale

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Rockdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related164 (43.6%)212 (56.4%)
Office & Administration52 (7.7%)619 (92.2%)
Total (Category)216 (20.6%)831 (79.4%)
Total (Overall)1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Rockdale are Construction & Extraction (475 | 18.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (49 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Rockdale

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Rockdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction475 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)524 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Rockdale are Material Moving (128 | 4.9%), Production (94 | 3.6%), and Transportation (52 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Rockdale

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Rockdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Production94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation29 (55.8%)23 (44.2%)
Material Moving100 (78.1%)28 (21.9%)
Total (Category)223 (81.4%)51 (18.6%)
Total (Overall)1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Rockdale

Employment Industries in Rockdale

The major employment industries in Rockdale include Retail Trade (534 | 20.3%), Construction (409 | 15.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (381 | 14.5%), Manufacturing (217 | 8.3%), and Educational Services (211 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Rockdale

Employment Industries by Sex in Rockdale

The Rockdale industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Rockdale
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction391 (95.6%)18 (4.4%)
Manufacturing217 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade198 (37.1%)336 (62.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing17 (42.5%)23 (57.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific54 (68.3%)25 (31.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support12 (36.4%)21 (63.6%)
Educational Services108 (51.2%)103 (48.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance24 (6.3%)357 (93.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services42 (26.4%)117 (73.6%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,380 (52.5%)1,247 (47.5%)

Education in Rockdale

School Enrollment in Rockdale

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,205 students in Rockdale are middle school (384 | 31.9%), high school (348 | 28.9%), and college / undergraduate (274 | 22.7%).
School Enrollment in Rockdale
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool60.5%
Kindergarten564.6%
Elementary School13711.4%
Middle School38431.9%
High School34828.9%
College / Undergraduate27422.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,205100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rockdale

Out of a total of 1,205 students who are enrolled in schools in Rockdale, 224 (18.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 981 (81.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 131 (71.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rockdale
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old92 (54.8%)76 (45.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds427 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds307 (94.8%)17 (5.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds52 (28.4%)131 (71.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total981 (81.4%)224 (18.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rockdale

Business (183 | 27.9%), arts & humanities (101 | 15.4%), liberal arts & history (82 | 12.5%), engineering (72 | 11.0%), and literature & languages (54 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 656 individuals in Rockdale who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rockdale
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural335.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology406.1%
Social Sciences192.9%
Engineering7211.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology507.6%
Business18327.9%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages548.2%
Liberal Arts & History8212.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications223.4%
Arts & Humanities10115.4%
Total656100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Rockdale

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rockdale

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Rockdale are males with 1 vehicle (576, accounting for 41.7%) and females with 1 vehicle (354, making up 52.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rockdale
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle35 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle576 (41.7%)354 (32.5%)
2 Vehicles466 (33.8%)366 (33.6%)
3 Vehicles281 (20.4%)370 (33.9%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles22 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,380 (100.0%)1,090 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Rockdale

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Rockdale are 5 to 9 minutes (369 commuters, 16.2%), 60 to 89 minutes (358 commuters, 15.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (300 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Rockdale
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2229.7%
5 to 9 Minutes36916.2%
10 to 14 Minutes23810.4%
15 to 19 Minutes26011.4%
20 to 24 Minutes1165.1%
25 to 29 Minutes251.1%
30 to 34 Minutes452.0%
35 to 39 Minutes1657.2%
40 to 44 Minutes321.4%
45 to 59 Minutes30013.2%
60 to 89 Minutes35815.7%
90 or more Minutes1496.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Rockdale

The most common commute times in Rockdale are 5 to 9 minutes (273 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (199 commuters, 19.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Rockdale
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes182 (14.4%)40 (3.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes273 (21.6%)96 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes90 (7.1%)148 (14.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes61 (4.8%)199 (19.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes25 (2.0%)91 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes25 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes17 (1.3%)28 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes34 (2.7%)131 (12.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes32 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes188 (14.9%)112 (11.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes188 (14.9%)170 (16.8%)
90 or more Minutes149 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rockdale

The most frequent times of departure to work in Rockdale are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (288, 22.8%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (348, 34.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rockdale
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM41 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM50 (4.0%)27 (2.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM93 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM288 (22.8%)67 (6.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM284 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM136 (10.8%)237 (23.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (1.7%)40 (3.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM72 (5.7%)348 (34.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)28 (2.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM61 (4.8%)191 (18.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM160 (12.7%)49 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM17 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM41 (3.2%)28 (2.8%)
Total1,264 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Rockdale

Occupancy by Ownership in Rockdale

Of the total 2,198 dwellings in Rockdale, owner-occupied units account for 1,312 (59.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 886 (40.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Rockdale
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,31259.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units88640.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,198100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Rockdale

Occupancy by Household Size in Rockdale
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household87539.8%
2-Person Household69331.5%
3-Person Household1737.9%
4+ Person Household45720.8%
Total Housing Units2,198100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rockdale

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rockdale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household309 (35.3%)566 (64.7%)
2-Person Household607 (87.6%)86 (12.4%)
3-Person Household99 (57.2%)74 (42.8%)
4+ Person Household297 (65.0%)160 (35.0%)
Total Housing Units1,312 (59.7%)886 (40.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rockdale

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rockdale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School94 (21.7%)339 (78.3%)
High School Diploma451 (62.1%)275 (37.9%)
College/Associate Degree494 (75.4%)161 (24.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher273 (71.1%)111 (28.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rockdale

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rockdale
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23810.8%
35 to 44 Years49222.4%
45 to 54 Years47521.6%
55 to 64 Years44320.2%
65 to 74 Years40418.4%
75 to 84 Years914.1%
85 Years and Over552.5%
Total2,198100.0%

Housing Finances in Rockdale

Median Income by Occupancy in Rockdale

Median Income by Occupancy in Rockdale
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,312 (59.7%)$68,125
Renter-Occupied886 (40.3%)$36,053
Average2,198 (100.0%)$39,911

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rockdale

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rockdale
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00016 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99981 (6.2%)102 (11.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99944 (3.4%)41 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99922 (1.7%)45 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999146 (11.1%)151 (17.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999149 (11.4%)375 (42.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999223 (17.0%)61 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999315 (24.0%)12 (1.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999166 (12.7%)99 (11.2%)
$150,000 or more133 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,312 (100.0%)886 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rockdale

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rockdale
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300153 (11.7%)23 (2.6%)
$300 to $499213 (16.2%)17 (1.9%)
$500 to $799221 (16.8%)173 (19.5%)
$800 to $999285 (21.7%)269 (30.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499165 (12.6%)102 (11.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999125 (9.5%)117 (13.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49989 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99961 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,312 (100.0%)886 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Rockdale

Housing Structures in Rockdale

Housing Structures in Rockdale
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,91587.1%
Single Unit, Attached140.6%
2 Unit Apartments221.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments442.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments894.1%
Mobile Home / Other1145.2%
Total2,198100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rockdale

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rockdale
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,179 (61.6%)736 (38.4%)
Single Unit, Attached14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)89 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other97 (85.1%)17 (14.9%)
Total1,312 (59.7%)886 (40.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rockdale

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rockdale
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room48 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)156 (17.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms384 (29.3%)294 (33.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms567 (43.2%)436 (49.2%)
8 or more Rooms313 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,312 (100.0%)886 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rockdale

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rockdale
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas588 (44.8%)239 (27.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas40 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity678 (51.7%)610 (68.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)12 (1.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)25 (2.8%)
Total1,312 (100.0%)886 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Rockdale

Household Vehicle Usage in Rockdale
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (1.7%)35 (4.0%)
1 Vehicle373 (28.4%)666 (75.2%)
2 Vehicles600 (45.7%)160 (18.1%)
3 or more Vehicles317 (24.2%)25 (2.8%)
Total1,312 (100.0%)886 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Rockdale

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Rockdale

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units874438
Median Property Value$108,200$209,100
Median Household Income$65,070$98
Monthly Housing Costs$582$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,035$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rockdale

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rockdale
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000213 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999185 (21.2%)89 (20.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999422 (48.3%)251 (57.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99954 (6.2%)98 (22.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total874 (100.0%)438 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rockdale

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rockdale
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00065 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99962 (7.1%)32 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999146 (16.7%)21 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999101 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999177 (20.3%)48 (11.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999187 (21.4%)46 (10.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999101 (11.6%)128 (29.2%)
$150,000 or more35 (4.0%)65 (14.8%)
Total874 (100.0%)438 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rockdale

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rockdale
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x560 (64.1%)91,034 (20,784.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x87 (10.0%)204 (46.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)114 (26.0%)
4.0x or more227 (26.0%)13 (3.0%)
Total874 (100.0%)438 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rockdale

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rockdale
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800204 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499185 (21.2%)10 (2.3%)
$800 to $1,499437 (50.0%)52 (11.9%)
Total874 (100.0%)438 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Rockdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years239 (76.6%)73 (23.4%)
6 to 18 Years932 (89.4%)110 (10.6%)
19 to 25 Years320 (71.8%)126 (28.2%)
26 to 34 Years454 (90.1%)50 (9.9%)
35 to 44 Years370 (56.8%)282 (43.2%)
45 to 54 Years589 (74.3%)204 (25.7%)
55 to 64 Years501 (82.4%)107 (17.6%)
65 to 74 Years592 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older338 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,335 (82.0%)952 (18.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rockdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rockdale
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born239 (76.6%)73 (23.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen932 (89.4%)110 (10.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen320 (71.8%)126 (28.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rockdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rockdale
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000635 (90.2%)69 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,020 (67.6%)489 (32.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999484 (72.2%)186 (27.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,326 (97.5%)34 (2.5%)
$100,000 and over870 (83.3%)174 (16.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 669 (22.1%)170 (54.5%)
6 to 18 Years238 (22.8%)700 (67.2%)
19 to 25 Years77 (17.3%)243 (54.5%)
25 to 34 Years58 (11.5%)417 (82.7%)
35 to 44 Years22 (3.4%)348 (53.4%)
45 to 54 Years75 (9.5%)589 (74.3%)
55 to 64 Years52 (8.6%)476 (78.3%)
65 to 74 Years554 (93.6%)286 (48.3%)
75 Years and over338 (100.0%)231 (68.3%)
Total1,483 (28.1%)3,460 (65.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rockdale

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rockdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)185 (33.9%)
18 to 34 Years21 (4.7%)21 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years155 (13.8%)173 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years163 (58.0%)49 (15.8%)
75 Years and over60 (32.8%)49 (31.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Rockdale

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Rockdale: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)185 (33.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years110 (39.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (9.8%)17 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Rockdale: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (3.1%)34 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (5.5%)16 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Rockdale: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (4.7%)21 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years56 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years93 (33.1%)9 (2.9%)
75 Years and over13 (7.1%)16 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Rockdale: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years99 (8.8%)81 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years122 (43.4%)49 (15.8%)
75 Years and over52 (28.4%)17 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Rockdale: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)41 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years15 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Rockdale

Computing Device Access in Rockdale

Computing Device Access in Rockdale
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,38463.0%
Smartphone2,03992.8%
Tablet1,24156.5%
No Computing Device432.0%
Total2,198100.0%

Internet Access in Rockdale

Internet Access in Rockdale
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,09849.9%
Cellular Data Only57226.0%
Satellite Internet40518.4%
No Internet28012.7%
Total2,198100.0%

Rockdale Summary

Rockdale, Texas is a small city located in Milam County, Texas, United States. It is situated about 40 miles east of Austin and is part of the Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of 5,851 as of the 2010 census.

History

Rockdale was founded in 1873 by the International-Great Northern Railroad. The city was named after a nearby rock formation. The first post office was established in 1874. The city was incorporated in 1876 and the first mayor was elected in 1877.
In the late 19th century, Rockdale was a major center for cotton production and processing. The city was also home to several brickyards and a large lumber mill.

Geography

Rockdale is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 79 and State Highway 77. It is situated about 40 miles east of Austin and is part of the Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

Rockdale’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large employers, including Alcoa, which operates an aluminum smelter and a power plant in the city. Other major employers include Rockdale Resources, a coal-fired power plant, and the Rockdale Independent School District.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Rockdale had a population of 5,851. The racial makeup of the city was 73.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 6.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Rockdale was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $41,944. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.
Rockdale is served by the Rockdale Independent School District, which includes three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The city is also home to several churches, including the First United Methodist Church, the First Baptist Church, and the Church of Christ.
Rockdale is a small city with a rich history and a diverse population. It is home to several large employers and is served by the Rockdale Independent School District. The city has a median income of $35,938 and a poverty rate of 17.2%. Rockdale is a great place to live and work, and is a great example of a small Texas town.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Rockdale?
Total Population of Rockdale is 5,424.
What is the Total Male Population of Rockdale?
Total Male Population of Rockdale is 2,574.
What is the Total Female Population of Rockdale?
Total Female Population of Rockdale is 2,850.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Rockdale?
There are 90.32 Males per 100 Females in Rockdale.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Rockdale?
There are 110.72 Females per 100 Males in Rockdale.
What is the Median Population Age in Rockdale?
Median Population Age in Rockdale is 40.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Rockdale
Average Family Size in Rockdale is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Rockdale
Average Household Size in Rockdale is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Rockdale?
Per Capita income in Rockdale is $37,086.
What is the Median Family Income in Rockdale?
Median Family Income in Rockdale is $83,984.
What is the Median Household income in Rockdale?
Median Household Income in Rockdale is $39,911.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Rockdale?
Income or Wage Gap in Rockdale is 24.5%.
Women in Rockdale earn 75.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Rockdale?
Family Income Deficit in Rockdale is $13,138.
Families that are below poverty line in Rockdale earn $13,138 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Rockdale?
Inequality or Gini Index in Rockdale is 0.58.
How Large is the Labor Force in Rockdale?
There are 2,752 People in the Labor Forcein in Rockdale.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Rockdale?
62.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Rockdale.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Rockdale?
Unemployment Rate in Rockdale is 4.6%.