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County overview

Rock County

Wisconsin - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Rock County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Rock County

Population
163,817
Age 65+
17.0%
Median age
40.0
Owner-occupied
69.9%
With disability
13.2%
Median home value
$193,000
Median income
$70,630
Residents 65+
27,796
How Rock County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+3%
% owner-occupied
+7.9%
% with disability
+2.3%
Median household income
-6%
Median home value
-31.5%
Median age
+3.9%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Rock County

Rock County is home to roughly 163,817 residents, of whom about 27,849 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 17.0%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 69.9% of homes in Rock County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $193,000. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 13.2% of Rock County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.