Rock County, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
163,944 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,390 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$628 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$835 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Janesville-Beloit Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Janesville-Beloit Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 19
Feb 1 8 23
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 1 37
Dec 2 10 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WI State Senate District 15, WI Assembly District 43, WI
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Schools

Parker High
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Franklin Middle
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
ARISE Virtual Academy
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Madison Elementary
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Blackhawk Technical College
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
Beloit College
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Health System Corp
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Beloit Health System
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

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