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Rockledge, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rockledge, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,634, the 532nd largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $92,639, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Rockledge Quick Facts

Population 2,634
Median Household Income $92,639
Median Home Value $324,300
Poverty Rate 9.5%
Unemployment Rate 7.9%
Median Age 42.4 years
Homeownership Rate 70.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 45.0%
High School Graduation Rate 95.3%
Diversity Index 16/100
Population 2,634 532nd of 1,991
Median Income $92,639 top 30%
Poverty Rate 9.5% 24% lower than national
Median Home Value $324,300 top 20%

How Rockledge Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,6092,634+1.0%
Median household income$82,708$92,639+12.0%
Median home value$295,800$324,300+9.6%

How Rockledge Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.6%
$25K-$50K 13.5%
$50K-$100K 26.4%
$100K+ 47.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.6%
$10K-$15K
3.2%
$15K-$20K
4.5%
$20K-$25K
1.2%
$25K-$30K
4.1%
$30K-$35K
0.5%
$35K-$40K
4.2%
$40K-$45K
0.9%
$45K-$50K
3.8%
$50K-$60K
5.8%
$60K-$75K
12.8%
$75K-$100K
7.8%
$100K-$125K
16.3%
$125K-$150K
13.0%
$150K-$200K
8.7%
$200K+
9.5%

Employment

7.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
63.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.9%
Renter 29.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,111/mo 14.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

16out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Rockledge Rankings in Pennsylvania

#532 Population of 1,991
#388 Median Income of 1,854
#241 Education of 1,987
#238 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Montgomery County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Norristown 35,893 $66,701 18.5% $213,900
King of Prussia 25,857 $117,912 4.5% $436,200
Pottstown 23,476 $60,828 17.5% $195,400
Lansdale 19,011 $88,229 11.3% $343,800
Horsham 16,005 $94,987 4.9% $388,500
Willow Grove 14,131 $98,064 5.7% $357,300
Ardmore 13,909 $119,111 4.8% $453,100
Montgomeryville 13,388 $131,345 4.1% $471,000
Roslyn 10,639 $99,318 10.2% $328,800
Bala Cynwyd 10,227 $150,000 11.4% $640,400

Cities Similar to Rockledge

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Leith-Hatfield2,577$91,823$296,70030.5%5.4%
Dallas2,692$91,050$257,80058.3%16.7%
Dillsburg2,629$84,102$240,30029.0%8.8%
Fairview2,691$86,645$209,60047.8%8.1%
Oak Hills2,513$90,926$285,80039.4%6.5%

Population Overview

Rockledge is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Montgomery County. The total population is 2,634. It ranks as the 532nd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rockledge is 42.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rockledge is $92,639. This is 19% higher than the state median of $77,971. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $324,300. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 70.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Rockledge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.

Education

45.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rockledge, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rockledge, Pennsylvania?

Rockledge, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,634 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rockledge, PA?

The median household income in Rockledge is $92,639, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Rockledge, PA?

The poverty rate in Rockledge is 9.5%. This means approximately 246 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rockledge, Pennsylvania?

Rockledge's population is 91.7% White, 0.2% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rockledge, PA?

The median home value in Rockledge is $324,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Rockledge, Pennsylvania?

45.0% of adults (25+) in Rockledge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.