What is the population of Rock Rapids, Iowa?

Rock Rapids has a population of approximately 2,661 according to the latest available open data.

Where is Rock Rapids, Iowa located?

Rock Rapids is located in Iowa, United States, at approximate coordinates 43.4267°, -96.1664°.

What is the median household income in Rock Rapids?

The median household income in Rock Rapids is approximately $63,942 based on the most recent open data.

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Rock Rapids

Total population

2,661

Median home value

$206,700

21.7%

Bachelor's+

Median income

$63,942

Rock Rapids$64k

National$74k

Coordinates43.43°, -96.17°

Demographic figures from US Census Bureau · ACS 5-year estimates. Overview below cites Wikipedia and may reference a different year.

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City facts

Overview

Rock Rapids is a city in and the county seat of Lyon County, Iowa, United States. The population was 2,611 in the 2020 census, an increase from 2,573 in the 2000 census.

History & geography

History

A post office called Rock Rapids has been in operation since 1871. The city was named from the falls on the Rock River.

Geography

Rock Rapids is located along the Rock River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land. Rock Rapids has a humid continental climate (Koppen Dfa), with cold winters and hot summers.

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Demographics & economy

Median age

Median home value

$206,700

Housing units

1,136

Poverty rate

6.5%

Unemployment

3.8%

Race & ethnicity

White

88.2%

Black

0.5%

Asian

0.3%

Hispanic

8.4%

Source: US Census Bureau — American Community Survey, 5-year estimates.

Geography

Latitude

43.4267

Longitude

-96.1664

Water area

0.05 mi²

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Coordinates & boundaries from the US Census TIGER/Line shapefiles.

Climate

Air quality

Industrial & pollution facilities

Natural hazard risk

Health (adults)

High blood pressure

30.8%

Diabetes

9.4%

Adult obesity

38.9%

Binge drinking

23.6%

Adult smoking

16.6%

No leisure activity

25.1%

Age-adjusted prevalence estimates from CDC PLACES (latest release).

Walkability

Amenities nearby

Wildlife & biodiversity

Schools

Total

Elementary

Middle

High

Other

Largest nearby schools

Central Lyon Elementary School
Elementary · Rock Rapids · 433 students · 13.1:1 ratio
Central Lyon Secondary School
High · Rock Rapids · 363 students · 14.5:1 ratio

Public K–12 schools within ~10 mi from Urban Institute Education Data Portal (NCES Common Core of Data, 2022).