| ZIP Code | 61068 |
|---|---|
| City | Rochelle |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Ogle County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 796 ft |
| Latitude | 41.950028 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.06559 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17141 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 227 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,506 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 1,686 (19%) |
| Associates | 1,580 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,014 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,860 (21%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,840 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $164,900 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $955/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,220 |
| Vacant Units | 360 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,220 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 360 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 61068 is located in Rochelle, Illinois, within Ogle County. With a population of 15,076, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 61068 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,840 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61068 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $164,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $955 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 61068 is majority White (67.65%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61068 stands at 8.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 61068 in Rochelle, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,076 residents, a median household income of $69,840, and a median home value of $164,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.