Rolla

MO

Phelps County, Missouri

Population 45K |Median income $58,396 |1 hospital

Population
45,194
Phelps County
Median Income
$58,396
-14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$206,500
-9% vs avg
Median Age
35.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
45K+1%
Median Income
$58,396+39%
Median Home Value
$206,500+85%
Poverty Rate
16.8%-7%
Unemployment
3.9%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$798/mo
Poverty Rate
16.8% +18% vs avg
Unemployment 3.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.4%
Work From Home 7.4%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 86.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%
Asian 3.9%
African American 2.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.1%
High Blood Pressure
35.4%
Obesity
34.6%
Physical Inactivity
29.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Binge Drinking
17%
Current Smoking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.5%
Diabetes
11.7%
Current Asthma
10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.6%
Dental Visit 57.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
PHELPS COUNTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
ROLLA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Rolla Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Colorado Mountains; Gusts Up to 80 MPH Expected

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Rolla, MO? ▼
Rolla, MO has a population of 45,194 people, located in Phelps County, Missouri.
What is the median household income in Rolla? ▼
The median household income in Rolla, MO is $58,396 per year. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
What is the median home value in Rolla? ▼
The median home value in Rolla, MO is $206,500. Median rent is $798/month.
What are the top health concerns in Rolla? ▼
The top health indicators in Rolla include Short Sleep Duration (40.1%), High Blood Pressure (35.4%), Obesity (34.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Rolla? ▼
Rolla has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Rolla? ▼
The median age in Rolla, MO is 35.8 years. 32.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Rolla, MO is located in Phelps County, Missouri. With a population of 45K and a median household income of $58,396, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Rolla area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

Safety Guides

How Product Recalls Work

CPSC, FDA & NHTSA recall process explained

Understanding Weather Alerts

Watch vs warning vs advisory explained

Earthquake Magnitude Explained

What the numbers mean & when to act
All safety guides →

Explore More Data

Schools in Missouri

School ratings, test scores & enrollment → PlainSchools

Crime Rates in Missouri

FBI UCR crime statistics by city → PlainCrime

Rental Data in Missouri

HUD fair market rents & vacancy rates → PlainRent

Cost of Living in Missouri

BEA price parities & Census economics → PlainCost

ZIP Code Data in Missouri

Demographics & economics by ZIP code → PlainZIP

Nearby Cities 8

Fort Leonard Wood, MO 15K Jefferson City, MO 43K Lebanon, MO 15K Union, MO 11K Washington, MO 14K Fulton, MO 13K Eureka, MO 11K Wildwood, MO 36K
All cities in Missouri → Browse all cities
Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Phelps County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.