Rockdale, PA is a small rural town with a population of 1,258 located in the northern part of Pennsylvania. It has a population density of 40 people per square mile compared to the US average of 93 people per square mile. Rockdale has a variety of local businesses and organizations that contribute to its vibrant community spirit, such as Rockdale Hardware which offers repair services and supplies, Rockdale Drive-In Theatre for summer entertainment, and The Rockdale Farmers Market where local farmers sell produce and goods. There are also plenty of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy year-round such as biking through the trails at Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area or rock climbing at Centralia Mine Fire. Other events in the area include the annual Labor Day Festival and various local sporting tournaments.
The population in Rockdale is 1,258. There are 35 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rockdale is 41.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rockdale is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rockdale
- 57.3% are married
- 4.7% are divorced
- 29.0% are married with children
- 6.3% have children, but are single
Race in Rockdale
- 98.0% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander