Median Income
$66,786
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$247,700
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Rockford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population750
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density221/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans12.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,786
Per Capita$49,079
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$9,079M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$247,700
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,424
Rent Burden20.5%
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation882 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries1
Is Rockford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rockford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, 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 $66,786, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockford is $247,700, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Rockford has a population of 750 with a density of 221 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
The median household income in Rockford is $66,786, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,786 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,079 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,574 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,423 |
| County GDP | $9,079M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Healthcare | 258 |
| Retail | 388 |
| Manufacturing | 102 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,615 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
The median home value in Rockford is $247,700, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,424.
Home Values
| Census Median | $247,700 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $320,424 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,013 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,615 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.86% |
In Rockford, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 32.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,637/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 258 |
Crime Rates: Rockford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rockford has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.9 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 882 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 221/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8397°N, 83.9353°W |
| County FIPS | 47009 |