Rockville, MD Local Data & Statistics

State: MD

Total population: 67,671 Household income: $128,649 Rent: $2,274

Overview

Total population

67,671

Rent

$2,274

Year built

1979

Household income

$128,649

Per capita income

$64,900

Poverty rate

7.6%

Unemployment rate

2.3%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Maryland

Total population

67,671

Adults over 25

48,821

Total households

26,976

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$128,649

Per capita income

$64,900

Poverty rate

7.6%

Unemployment rate

2.3%

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$2,274

Year built

1979

Households that rent

47.4%

Households that own

52.6%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

45.6%

Black

11.5%

Asian

22.5%

Two or more races

11.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

18.1%

Not Hispanic or Latino

81.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

67.3%

Commute time to work

31 mins

Work from home

32.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

16.9%

High school graduate or GED

10.6%

Some college or associate degree

Bachelor’s degree or higher

65.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Rockville, MD with: Maryland United States

Rockville, MD

Total population67,671

Rent$2,274

Year built1979

Household income$128,649

Per capita income$64,900

Poverty rate7.6%

Unemployment rate2.3%

Maryland State

Total population6,206,011

Rent$1,705

Year built1979

Household income$103,678

Per capita income$52,979

Poverty rate9.4%

Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityRockville, MD	StateMaryland	CountryUnited States
Total population	67,671	6,206,011	334,922,499
Rent	$2,274	$1,705	$1,413
Year built	1979	1979	1980
Household income	$128,649	$103,678	$80,734
Per capita income	$64,900	$52,979	$44,673
Poverty rate	7.6%	9.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.3%	3%	4%

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Summary for Rockville, MD

Rockville is located in Maryland.

Rent & Income

In Rockville, the typical monthly rent is $2,274 and the typical household income is $128,649. Rent here is higher than in both Maryland and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 7.6%, which is lower than in both Maryland and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 47.4% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 49.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 65.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is lower than both Maryland and the national rate.

Rockville, MD — Rent vs Household Income

Rockville, MD — Poverty vs Unemployment

💰 Rent in Rockville, MD (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $2,274 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Rockville, MD

Annual Household Income: $128,649

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Rockville, MD

Estimated Rate: 7.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Rockville, MD

In Rockville, MD, households that rent: 12,777 (47.4%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	12,777	47.4%
Owner-Occupied	14,199	52.6%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Rockville, MD

In Rockville, MD, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 6,297 (49.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	6,297	49.3%
Other renter households	6,480	50.7%
Total renter households	12,777	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Rockville, MD

Less than High School: 8,232 people (16.9%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 5,151 people (10.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,419 people (7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 32,019 people (65.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 48,821

📊 Unemployment Rate in Rockville, MD

Estimated Rate: 2.3%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.