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Rockdale, Texas, in Milam county, is 36 miles SE of Temple, Texas (center to center) and 51 miles NE of Austin, Texas. The city is home to some 5,439 residents.
In Rockdale, about 55% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.
Approximately 29% of Rockdale is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then Rockdale is very American.
You'll see many senior citizens in the city.
In 2000, Rockdale had a median family income of $39,491.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($3,245) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Rockdale. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 63% of the housing in Rockdale was owner-occupied.
In Rockdale, 95% of commuters drive to work. People in the city expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation.
Comparing Rockdale to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Female Share of the Population |  | |
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| Well-Paid Single Men |  |  |
| Male Share of the Population |  | |
| Well-Paid Single Women | | |
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| People in Middle Class or Better | | |
| People Above Poverty |  | |
| College Educated Adults | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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| Affordability of Rents | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | | |
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| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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