| ZIP Code | 61108 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockford |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Winnebago County |
| Area Code | 815 |
| Elevation | 865 ft |
| Latitude | 42.255157 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.002313 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 457 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,448 (28.9%) |
| Some College | 2,400 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 3,518 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,080 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,971 (26.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,046 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,300 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $986/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,650 |
| Vacant Units | 795 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,650 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 795 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 61108 is located in Rockford, Illinois, within Winnebago County. With a population of 30,202, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.7 years. Economically, 61108 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,046 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61108 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $986 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 61108 is majority White (57.01%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61108 stands at 5.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 61108 in Rockford, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,202 residents, a median household income of $63,046, and a median home value of $128,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.