Median Income
$70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$270,300
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
86% lower than US avg
How Rockford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population407
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density617/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$39,622
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$270,300
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,982
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,445 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute30 min
Libraries19
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, a low poverty rate. 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 $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rockford is $270,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Rockford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Rockford has a population of 407 with a density of 617 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 6.1% Hispanic.
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Rockford is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,625 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,622 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Rockford is $270,300, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,982.
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,300 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $396,982 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $114 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $867 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.31% |
In Rockford, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rockford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Rockford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Rockford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,445 ft (745 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 617/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4515°N, 117.1306°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |