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Rockwood, TN

Looking to move to Rockwood, TN? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Rockwood, TN is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Rockwood, TN has a population of 5595. What about cost of living in Rockwood, TN? The median income in Rockwood, TN is $47,454 and the median home value is $129,982.

Read on to learn more about Rockwood, TN, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Rockwood, TN

Average Temperatures

68 high / 45 low

Average Annual Rainfall

58 in

Average Annual Snowfall

3 in

Quick Facts about Rockwood, Tennessee

Median Home Value
$129,982
Median Property Tax
$2,206
Total Population
5,595
Average Commute
26 min
Median Household Income
$47,454
Median Monthly Rent
$564

Map of Rockwood, TN

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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