What are the schools like in Rockville, CT?

Rockville is served primarily by Vernon School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Rockville?

The median household income in Rockville, CT is $49,823 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in Rockville, CT?

Rockville has an average high temperature of 35.0°F in January and 80.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.0 inches.

Rockville, CT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Rockville, CT affordable or expensive?

Rockville's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rockville is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $182,700 and the median rent is $1,074 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Rockville, CT?

Crime rate data for Rockville is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Rockville, CT a Good Place to Live?

Rockville is a small town of 6,951 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $49,823 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Rockville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Rockville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Rockville city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.1

Rockville's overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rockville costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rockville, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$182,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,074	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	26.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,823	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Rockville is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Rockville is served primarily by Vernon School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rockville, CT	National Avg
School District	Vernon School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rockville sees average highs of 35.0°F in January and 80.5°F in July, with 47.4 inches of annual precipitation and 39.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rockville, CT
Average High — January	35.0°F
Average High — July	80.5°F
Annual Precipitation	47.4"
Annual Snowfall	39.0"

Demographics

Metric	Rockville, CT	National Avg
Population	6,951	—
Median Age	32.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.2%	18.9%
Asian	1.9%	6.3%
Under 18	22.3%	22.2%
65 and over	11.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Broad Brook, CT 6 mi Crystal Lake, CT 6 mi Manchester, CT 7 mi Coventry Lake, CT 9 mi Somers, CT 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Rockville

Rockville, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06066

Rockville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rockville, CT affordable or expensive?

Rockville's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rockville roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $182,700 and median rent is $1,074/month.

What is the crime rate in Rockville, CT?

Crime data for Rockville is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Rockville?

Public schools in Rockville are operated by Vernon School District. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 15.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rockville, CT a good place to live?

Rockville, CT has a population of 6,951, a median household income of $49,823, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Rockville?

Rockville averages 35.0°F in January and 80.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.4 inches with about 39.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rockville?

Rockville, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06066.

What is the population of Rockville?

The population of Rockville, Connecticut is 6,951 with a median age of 32.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rockville?

Key numbers for living in Rockville: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $182,700, median household income $49,823, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rockville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.