Median Income
$63,373
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,000
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Rochelle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population9,477
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density689/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,373
Per Capita$33,577
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,000
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,110
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation787 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries5
Is Rochelle a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rochelle receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Rochelle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rochelle is $63,373, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rochelle is $153,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Rochelle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Rochelle has a population of 9,477 with a density of 689 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 4% Black.
Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.4% |
| 0% below US avg |
The median household income in Rochelle is $63,373, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,373 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,124 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,482 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 692 |
| County GDP | $2,173M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 88 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,439 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Rochelle is $153,000, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,110.
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,000 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,110 |
| Median List Price | $159,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $159,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $127 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 13.3% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $962 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,439 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.55% |
In Rochelle, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rochelle vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,354/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 88 |
Crime Rates: Rochelle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Rochelle has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.6 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 689/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9191°N, 89.0637°W |
| County FIPS | 17103 |