Rockford, IN

Indiana

Rockford is a small town in Indiana with a population of 761. Residents earn $236,339 per year, which is 214% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
761 Population 895/sq mi density
$236,339 Median Income $69,985 per capita
$273,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$236,339 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$273,200 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $236,339
214% higher than US avg
Home Value $273,200
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Rockford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population761
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density895/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$236,339
Per Capita$69,985
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$960M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$273,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation617 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.8%
High School+98.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute13 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Rockford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockford receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Rockford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockford is $236,339, which is significantly higher than the national average — 214% above $75,149. This places Rockford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockford is $273,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rockford has a population of 761 with a density of 895 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

761
Total Population
895
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockford is $236,339, which is 214% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Rockford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$236,339
214% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,985
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$55,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$960M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare93
Retail62
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,165
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockford is $273,200, 3% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$273,200
3% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,165
38% below US avg
Effective Rate0.79%

Health Metrics: Rockford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Premature Death12,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access35.2%
Healthcare Facilities93

Crime Rates: Rockford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Rockford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density895/sq mi
Coordinates38.9856°N, 85.8828°W
County FIPS18079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.8%
21% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density895/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants28
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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