What are the schools like in Rockville, IN?

Rockville is served primarily by North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.7:1.

What is the median household income in Rockville?

The median household income in Rockville, IN is $50,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.7%.

What is the weather like in Rockville, IN?

Rockville has an average high temperature of 35.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Rockville, IN affordable or expensive?

Rockville's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rockville is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $94,700 and the median rent is $730 per month.

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

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

Is Rockville, IN a Good Place to Live?

Rockville is a small town of 2,537 in Indiana, with a median household income of $50,625 and a 8.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

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: 88.2

Rockville's overall cost of living index is 88.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rockville costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rockville, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$94,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$730	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,625	$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 North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rockville, IN	National Avg
School District	North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rockville sees average highs of 35.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 47.4 inches of annual precipitation and 13.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rockville, IN
Average High — January	35.7°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	47.4"
Annual Snowfall	13.0"

Demographics

Metric	Rockville, IN	National Avg
Population	2,537	—
Median Age	49.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.0%	22.2%
65 and over	25.7%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Rockville

Rockville, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47872

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rockville, IN affordable or expensive?

Rockville's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rockville roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $94,700 and median rent is $730/month.

What is the crime rate in Rockville, IN?

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 North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1. 13.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rockville, IN a good place to live?

Rockville, IN has a population of 2,537, a median household income of $50,625, and an unemployment rate of 8.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 35.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.4 inches with about 13.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rockville?

Rockville, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47872.

What is the population of Rockville?

The population of Rockville, Indiana is 2,537 with a median age of 49.9. 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 88 (100 = US average), median home $94,700, median household income $50,625, 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.