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Rockford, OH

Ohio

Rockford is a small town in Ohio with a population of 893. Residents earn $56,625 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
893 Population 1,038/sq mi density
$56,625 Median Income $30,739 per capita
$120,400 Home Value $214,989 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,625 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,400 home value, $806/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,625
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population893
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,038/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,625
Per Capita$30,739
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$3,995M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,400
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,989
Housing Units456
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking18.0%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation808 ft (246 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries7

Is Rockford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rockford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockford is $56,625, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockford is $120,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rockford has a population of 893 with a density of 1,038 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

893
Total Population
1,038
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockford is $56,625, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Rockford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,625
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,739
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$78,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,218
County GDP$3,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare83
Retail165
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockford is $120,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,989.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,989

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.5%
Housing Units456
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,098
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%
In Rockford, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death7,561/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities83
Rockford has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall28.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,038/sq mi
Coordinates40.6910°N, 84.6499°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,038/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants98
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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