Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 50% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,689 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 52,148 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 28,446 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 28,551 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 18,754 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46,323 (26.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,886 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,096 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,020/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 125,023 |
| Vacant Units | 9,383 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Winnebago County is located in Illinois and encompasses 28 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 284,318 residents. With a median age of 39.17, it is a middle-aged county.
Winnebago County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,885 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Winnebago County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $147,096 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,020. Homeownership rates are high at 65.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Winnebago County are majority White (64.58%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Winnebago County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 28 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61016 | Cherry Valley | 5,166 | $92,865 | $224,600 | $861 | 5.1% | 37.9% |
| 61024 | Durand | 2,264 | $73,152 | $153,800 | $722 | 1.6% | 35.6% |
| 61111 | Loves Park | 22,838 | $58,391 | $143,700 | $1,101 | 7.6% | 36.2% |
| 61115 | Machesney Park | 22,424 | $73,771 | $160,700 | $1,111 | 6.4% | 28.2% |
| 61063 | Pecatonica | 4,257 | $88,063 | $155,200 | $1,079 | 6.7% | 35.6% |
| 61101 | Rockford | 19,671 | $45,260 | $89,800 | $975 | 12.9% | 27.1% |
| 61102 | Rockford | 16,620 | $42,506 | $95,300 | $850 | 10.7% | 20.0% |
| 61103 | Rockford | 23,238 | $47,390 | $114,800 | $952 | 8.0% | 32.1% |
| 61104 | Rockford | 17,584 | $32,161 | $83,700 | $854 | 12.9% | 20.9% |
| 61107 | Rockford | 29,473 | $75,492 | $165,200 | $1,053 | 7.5% | 48.3% |
| 61108 | Rockford | 30,202 | $63,046 | $128,300 | $986 | 5.6% | 37.4% |
| 61109 | Rockford | 26,714 | $61,702 | $124,900 | $916 | 7.7% | 29.5% |
| 61114 | Rockford | 15,026 | $83,472 | $196,000 | $1,284 | 4.0% | 56.7% |
| 61072 | Rockton | 11,342 | $102,604 | $225,100 | $982 | 3.2% | 45.5% |
| 61073 | Roscoe | 20,008 | $104,534 | $228,900 | $1,355 | 4.6% | 51.4% |
| 61079 | Shirland | 220 | $46,176 | $113,800 | $1,031 | 10.1% | 27.1% |
| 61080 | South Beloit | 11,062 | $78,533 | $172,300 | $877 | 5.6% | 36.7% |
| 61088 | Winnebago | 5,992 | $94,286 | $193,000 | $979 | 2.7% | 43.5% |