Rock Island, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Rock Island County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rock Island based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
36,758
2023 ACS
Median Income
$57,292
2023
Median Home Value
$118,400
2023
Median Rent
$819
2023
Median Age
37.1
Unemployment
6.5%
Cost of Living Index
88.8
100 = national avg
Rock Island is a city in Rock Island County, Illinois, with a population of 36,758 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rock Island is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Rock Island is $57,292, and the median home value is $118,400. The cost of living index is 88.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $819 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, and the median age is 37.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
36,758
Male
18,224
49.6%
Female
18,534
50.4%
Median Age
37.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.4%
High School or Higher
34.2%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
5.2%
Married
32.6%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.484
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
68.0%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
13.5%
4,948 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
86.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
34,651
English Only
86.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,501 speakers
Limited English
4.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.4%
Limited English Proficiency
4.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,903
5.2% of population
Disability Rate
22.5%
429 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,318
Unemployment Rate
2.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,536
80.7%
Female Veterans
367
19.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,318
Non-Veteran Income
$31,749
Difference
$10,569
33.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
429
Without Disability
1,474
Disability Rate
22.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
22,797
#1 Ancestry
German
16.9% (6,210)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
12.2% (4,490)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.7% (2,846)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
15,679
Family Households
8,014
51.1%
Married Couples
5,275
33.6%
Non-Family Households
7,665
48.9%
Single Mother Households
2,108
13.4%
Single Father Households
631
4.0%
Living Alone
6,347
40.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,792
In Married Couple
3,806
56.0%
With Single Mother
2,303
33.9%
With Single Father
683
10.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$78,234
Married Couple Income
$92,420
Single Mother Income
$39,173
Single Father Income
$59,688
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
687
Grandparents Responsible
353
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$57,292
-22% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,507
-13% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.9%
+54% vs national
Gini Index
0.4794
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.5%
+26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
20.8%
of households
How Rock Island Compares
Rock Island vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rock Island is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rock Island, IL has a median household income of $57,292, making it the 17,789th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher median household income than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rock Island, IL has a per capita income of $32,507, making it the 14,611th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher per capita income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rock Island, IL has a poverty rate of 20.9%, making it the 6,621st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher poverty rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rock Island, IL has a unemployment rate of 6.5%, making it the 8,144th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher unemployment rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rock Island. The median household income here is $57,292.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
+17% vs IL avg
Labor Force
18,035
Employed
16,858
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.1
Work from Home
8.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$86.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
88.8
100 = national avg
-11.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,063
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,332
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
The median household income in Rock Island, IL is $57,292, which is 21.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,507. The poverty rate of 20.9% is higher than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4794, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 18,035. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 8.8% working from home. About 76.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 88.8, which is 11.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,063 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$147,475
Median List Price
$124,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$85
Days on Market
42
Active Inventory
88
Months of Supply
4.4
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$121,884
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,077
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
15.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
20.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
20
New Listings
49
Pending Sales
43
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$85
Median List $/SF
$108
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Rock Island, IL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL metro area, home prices have risen 309.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 76.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 63.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 41.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.9%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL housing market rather than Rock Island alone.
Metro area: Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL
Rock Island vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rock Island is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rock Island, IL has a median home value of $118,400, making it the 19,710th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher median home value than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rock Island, IL has a median rent of $819, making it the 15,067th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher median rent than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rock Island, IL has a price per square foot of $85, making it the 18,096th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher price per square foot than 13% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rock Island, IL has a rent burden of 17.2%, making it the 13,231st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rock Island has a higher rent burden than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$118,400
Median Rent
$819
Total Housing Units
17,262
Vacancy Rate
9.2%
Owner Occupied
63.5%
Renter Occupied
36.5%
Median Property Tax
$2,861
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$948
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,861
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.42%
of home value
Median Home Value
$118,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,364
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,861) by the median home value ($118,400). In Rock Island, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.42%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rock Island, IL is $147,475 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 42 days on the market. 15.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $85. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,077/month. About 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1952. There are 17,262 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,861. The effective tax rate is 2.42%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.44
per 1,000 residents
+109% vs national
Property Crime Rate
27.15
per 1,000 residents
+58% vs national
Total Crimes
1,168
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-0.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Rock Island Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Rock Island vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rock Island is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Rock Island police solve 51% of aggravated assault cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.06 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 4 | 0.11 | 50.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 5 | 0.14 | 20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 184 | 5.13 | 50.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 330 | 9.21 | 8.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 414 | 11.55 | 10.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 229 | 6.39 | 7.4% |
Rock Island, IL reported 195 violent crimes and 973 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.44 per 1,000 residents is 109.3% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 414 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 44.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 195 | 973 | 5.44 | 27.15 |
| 2023 | 197 | 909 | 5.49 | 25.33 |
| 2022 | 212 | 991 | 5.85 | 27.35 |
| 2021 | 239 | 910 | 6.52 | 24.82 |
| 2020 | 213 | 704 | 5.76 | 19.04 |
| 2019 | 139 | 878 | 3.70 | 23.40 |
| 2018 | 101 | 987 | 2.66 | 25.98 |
| 2017 | 133 | 1,060 | 3.49 | 27.84 |
| 2016 | 158 | 1,042 | 4.10 | 27.03 |
| 2015 | 171 | 906 | 4.44 | 23.50 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
84.1
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
82.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
60.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
87.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
15
Public Assistance
$22.6M
Individual Assistance
$5.2M
Most Common Type
Flood
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $14.4M | $1.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Sep 2019 | $3.9M | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $570K | $196K |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $400K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2008 | $1.8M | $258K |
| Snow → | Snow | Dec 2006 | $5K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | May 2001 | $1.5M | — |
| Illinois Winter Snow Storms → | Snow | Jan 2001 | $5K | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1985 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1969 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Severe Storms & Flooding → | Tornado | Apr 1965 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $1.4M |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $698K |
| Severe Storms → | Unknown | — | — | $420K |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,128
Total Claims Paid
$20,148,253
Avg Claim Payout
$9,468
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
13
Federal Funding
$7,306,610
Properties Protected
164
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.29
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 7 | $5,772,842 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $181,567 |
| 402.4: Community Flood Mitigation Project | 2 | $1,000,000 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 201.1: Relocation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $352,200 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rock Island has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, strong wind, heat wave. The area has had 15 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (9 declarations). 2,128 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $22,582,775 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,204,783 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 13 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.9%
4.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.5%
1.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.7%
Arthritis
27.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
35.3%
Lack of Support
26.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.2%
Mobility
16.1%
Cognitive
15.9%
Hearing
7.3%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
10.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Rock Island has an obesity rate of 40.9%, which is 4.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. 77.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.6 mi
Trinity Rock Island
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Rock Island | 0.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Genesis Medical Center-Davenport | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Genesis Hlth System Dba Genesis Mdl Ctr-Illini | 9.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Trinity - Bettendorf | 9.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Eagle View Behavioral Health | 9.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
46,818
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ROCK ISLAND | 39,018 | 0 |
| ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, US ARMY | 7,800 | 0 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-24% vs national
Drive Alone
76.4%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
2.4%
+162% vs national
Work From Home
8.8%
-5% vs national
Carpool
6.9%
Walk / Bike
4.3%
combined
How Rock Island's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Rock Island, IL is 18 minutes, which is 23.9% below the national average of 23 minutes. 76.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.8% work from home, which is above the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 2.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.9% of workers carpool. 4.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
86.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.1%
of households
No Internet
10.6%
of households
Total Households
15,679
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.4%
of households
Smartphone
87.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.8%
of households
Tablet
54.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.9¢
per kWh
-17% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-25% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Rock Island vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
46,818
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCK ISLAND | Community | Surface water | 39,018 | 0 |
| ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, US ARMY | Community | Surface water | 7,800 | 0 |
86.9% of households in Rock Island have broadband internet access. 68.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 16.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.6% of households have no internet access. 14.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 46,818 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Rock Island is located in Rock Island County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rock Island.
Election Overview
Source: Rock Island County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
34,126
53.9%
GOP Votes
28,061
44.4%
Total Votes
63,267
Margin
D+9.6%
Shift from 2020
R+2.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,126 | 28,061 | 63,267 | 53.9% | 44.4% | D+9.6 |
| 2020 | 36,691 | 28,603 | 66,817 | 54.9% | 42.8% | D+12.1 |
| 2016 | 32,258 | 26,969 | 62,971 | 51.2% | 42.8% | D+8.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Rock Island County recorded 63,267 total votes. Democrats won the county with 53.9% of the vote compared to 44.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+9.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Rock Island County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
183
Total Assets
$1.2B
Total Income
$904.6M
Per 10K Residents
49.8
nonprofits
+17.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
33
Median Assets
$566K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.1B of $1.2B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Rock Island
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRock Island, IL has 183 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.2B. The most common category is Human Services, with 28 organizations. 33 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 49.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
148
Total Approved
$38.3M
Jobs Supported
926
Per 10K Residents
40.3
SBA loans
-55.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
36
Top Lender
Time Bank
26 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
139
Total Amount
$32.5M
Avg Loan
$233,643
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$24.5M(76%)
Jobs Supported
668
Loans
9
Total Amount
$5.8M
Avg Loan
$648,111
Median Loan
$266,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
9
6% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$7.3M
19% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$806,222
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelan-pressly Funeral Home and Crematory | 1 | $4.7M |
| Dohrn Transfer Company | 1 | $2.8M |
| Clark Enterprises Inc. | 1 | $1.9M |
| H & S Gas and Food Services Inc. | 1 | $1.9M |
| Maza Management Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| Rock Island Dental Associates Llp | 1 | $1.4M |
| R&s Logistics Inc | 1 | $1.4M |
| Z&s Corp. | 2 | $1.2M |
| Crawford Heating & Cooling Co. | 1 | $1.0M |
| Mann Llc | 1 | $880K |
Rock Island, IL has received 148 SBA loans totaling $38.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 139 loans (94% of the total), supporting 668 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 9 loans totaling $5.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Rock Island is Time Bank with 26 loans. That works out to 40.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
13
Total Population
236,545
Avg Median Income
$69,260
Avg Home Value
-$51,130,420
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52722 | 40,878 | $105,763 | $300,800 | $1,150 | 26.3 |
| 52728 | 987 | $74,318 | $118,300 | $812 | 3.1 |
| 52801 | 1,670 | $22,217 | N/A | $927 | 0.4 |
| 52802 | 9,392 | $50,850 | $84,400 | $978 | 10.4 |
| 52803 | 21,868 | $61,082 | $157,900 | $871 | 5.1 |
| 52804 | 27,023 | $64,450 | $148,400 | $909 | 32.9 |
| 52806 | 27,695 | $73,682 | $188,100 | $976 | 31.1 |
| 61201 | 37,294 | $57,260 | $118,300 | $822 | 17.9 |
| 61232 | 1,498 | $71,806 | $174,600 | $925 | 3.2 |
| 61240 | 5,988 | $108,929 | $231,000 | N/A | 36.4 |
| 61264 | 10,056 | $78,285 | $147,700 | $832 | 68.9 |
| 61265 | 43,851 | $63,910 | $142,300 | $890 | 19.2 |
| 61282 | 8,345 | $67,833 | $159,400 | $977 | 3.1 |
Rock Island, IL has 13 ZIP codes with a combined population of 236,545. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $69,260. The average median home value is -$51,130,420. The average median monthly rent is -$51,281,200.
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