Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 72% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,358 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 31,562 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 17,742 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 18,137 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 11,026 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 27,327 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,667 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,116 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $980/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 81,751 |
| Vacant Units | 7,576 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rockford is a city in Illinois, located in Winnebago County. The city spans 14 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 178,644 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.24 years.
Economically, Rockford is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $57,667 is below the national average. Approximately 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 8.4%, significantly above the national average.
The real estate market in Rockford is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $126,116, which is well below the national average. Renters typically pay around $980 per month.
The population of Rockford is moderately educated. 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (54.95%).
Rockford, IL offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Illinois. Spread across 14 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61101 | 19,671 | $45,260 | $89,800 | $975 | 12.9% | 27.1% | 50.6% |
| 61102 | 16,620 | $42,506 | $95,300 | $850 | 10.7% | 20.0% | 60.2% |
| 61103 | 23,238 | $47,390 | $114,800 | $952 | 8.0% | 32.1% | 50.4% |
| 61104 | 17,584 | $32,161 | $83,700 | $854 | 12.9% | 20.9% | 37.1% |
| 61107 | 29,473 | $75,492 | $165,200 | $1,053 | 7.5% | 48.3% | 69.7% |
| 61108 | 30,202 | $63,046 | $128,300 | $986 | 5.6% | 37.4% | 65.7% |
| 61109 | 26,714 | $61,702 | $124,900 | $916 | 7.7% | 29.5% | 62.5% |
| 61114 | 15,026 | $83,472 | $196,000 | $1,284 | 4.0% | 56.7% | 71.4% |