| ZIP Code | 61109 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockford |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Winnebago County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 761 ft |
| Latitude | 42.191304 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.055756 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.5% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 281 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,851 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 3,131 (20.6%) |
| Associates | 2,458 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,499 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,987 (19.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,702 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,900 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $916/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,829 |
| Vacant Units | 798 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,829 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 798 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 61109 is located in Rockford, Illinois, within Winnebago County. With a population of 26,714, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 61109 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,702 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61109 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $916 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 61109 is majority White (56.78%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61109 stands at 7.7%, 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 61109 in Rockford, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,714 residents, a median household income of $61,702, and a median home value of $124,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.