Rockford, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Ogle County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rockford based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
147,649
2023 ACS
Median Income
$53,328
2023
Median Home Value
$120,900
2023
Median Rent
$954
2023
Median Age
37.5
Unemployment
8.6%
Cost of Living Index
90.8
100 = national avg
Rockford is a city in Ogle County, Illinois, with a population of 147,649 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rockford is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Rockford is $53,328, and the median home value is $120,900. The cost of living index is 90.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $954 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.6%, and the median age is 37.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
147,649
Male
71,854
48.7%
Female
75,795
51.3%
Median Age
37.5
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.5%
High School or Higher
35.6%
Foreign Born
12.3%
Veterans
4.7%
Married
32.8%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.584
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
55.5%
Foreign Born
12.3%
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
20.6%
30,386 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.4%
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+)
138,078
English Only
78.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
20,667 speakers
Limited English
6.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.2%
Limited English Proficiency
6.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
6,884
4.7% of population
Disability Rate
16.5%
1,137 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$40,433
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,223
90.4%
Female Veterans
661
9.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$40,433
Non-Veteran Income
$30,852
Difference
$9,581
31.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,137
Without Disability
5,747
Disability Rate
16.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
91,396
#1 Ancestry
German
16.3% (24,080)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.3% (13,730)
#3 Ancestry
English
6.3% (9,312)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
61,481
Family Households
35,572
57.9%
Married Couples
21,685
35.3%
Non-Family Households
25,909
42.1%
Single Mother Households
10,703
17.4%
Single Father Households
3,184
5.2%
Living Alone
21,423
34.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
31,674
In Married Couple
15,470
48.8%
With Single Mother
13,501
42.6%
With Single Father
2,703
8.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$67,142
Married Couple Income
$88,429
Single Mother Income
$33,491
Single Father Income
$54,970
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,717
Grandparents Responsible
979
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$53,328
-27% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,409
-18% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.9%
+61% vs national
Gini Index
0.4753
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.6%
+66% vs national
SNAP Recipients
28.1%
of households
How Rockford Compares
Rockford vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Rockford is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rockford, IL has a median household income of $53,328, making it the 19,738th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher median household income than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rockford, IL has a per capita income of $30,409, making it the 16,827th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher per capita income than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rockford, IL has a poverty rate of 21.9%, making it the 6,119th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher poverty rate than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rockford, IL has a unemployment rate of 8.6%, making it the 5,215th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher unemployment rate than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rockford. The median household income here is $53,328.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.6%
+54% vs IL avg
Labor Force
69,339
Employed
63,355
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.5
Work from Home
7.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Illinois metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$101.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
90.8
100 = national avg
-9.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,932
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,385
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$852
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,118
per month
The median household income in Rockford, IL is $53,328, which is 27.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,409. The poverty rate of 21.9% is higher than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4753, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.6%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 69,339. 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 77.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 90.8, which is 9.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,932 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$170,000
Median List Price
$169,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$105
Days on Market
28
Active Inventory
172
Months of Supply
1.7
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$170,355
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,133
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
35.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
44.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
100
New Listings
136
Pending Sales
145
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$105
Median List $/SF
$110
Rockford vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Rockford is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rockford, IL has a median home value of $120,900, making it the 19,388th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher median home value than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rockford, IL has a median rent of $954, making it the 10,992nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher median rent than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rockford, IL has a price per square foot of $105, making it the 16,731st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher price per square foot than 19% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rockford, IL has a rent burden of 21.5%, making it the 6,865th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rockford has a higher rent burden than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$120,900
Median Rent
$954
Total Housing Units
68,027
Vacancy Rate
9.6%
Owner Occupied
53.8%
Renter Occupied
46.2%
Median Property Tax
$3,219
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$936
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,219
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.66%
of home value
Median Home Value
$120,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,790
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,219) by the median home value ($120,900). In Rockford, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.66%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rockford, IL is $170,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 28 days on the market. 35.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $105. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,133/month. About 53.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1962. There are 68,027 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,219. The effective tax rate is 2.66%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
10.81
per 1,000 residents
+316% vs national
Property Crime Rate
25.17
per 1,000 residents
+46% vs national
Total Crimes
5,228
2024
Violent Clearance
53%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
-5.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Rockford Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Rockford vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Rockford 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)Rockford police solve 100% of murder cases but only 6% 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 | 19 | 0.13 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 101 | 0.70 | 61.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 155 | 1.07 | 37.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,294 | 8.91 | 53.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 919 | 6.33 | 9.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,099 | 14.45 | 16.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 639 | 4.40 | 6.3% |
Rockford, IL reported 1,571 violent crimes and 3,657 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 10.81 per 1,000 residents is 315.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 53% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,099 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 37.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,571 | 3,657 | 10.81 | 25.17 |
| 2023 | 1,677 | 3,930 | 11.50 | 26.94 |
| 2022 | 2,111 | 3,884 | 14.39 | 26.47 |
| 2021 | 2,225 | 3,680 | 15.45 | 25.55 |
| 2020 | 2,113 | 4,133 | 14.59 | 28.54 |
| 2019 | 1,712 | 4,848 | 11.75 | 33.27 |
| 2018 | 2,038 | 5,432 | 13.94 | 37.16 |
| 2017 | 2,339 | 5,290 | 15.94 | 36.04 |
| 2016 | 2,453 | 5,584 | 16.65 | 37.89 |
| 2015 | 2,365 | 5,912 | 15.96 | 39.90 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
2
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2022 | Auburn High School | 0 | 2 | targeted | 9mm handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
92.4
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
92.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
38.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
68.5
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
14
Public Assistance
$1.3M
Individual Assistance
$12.3M
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $13K | $3.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $213K | $91K |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $333K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2010 | $241K | $216K |
| Record Snow and Near Record Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2008 | $230K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Dec 2006 | $189K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Illinois Winter Snow Storms → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $121K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1993 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Unknown | — | — | $5.9M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $1.5M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $1.3M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $9K |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
306
Total Claims Paid
$3,505,889
Avg Claim Payout
$11,457
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
2
Federal Funding
$121,778
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $70,270 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $51,508 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rockford 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, tornado. The area has had 14 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (5 declarations). 306 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,340,784 in public assistance recovery funding. $12,253,235 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 2 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
44.7%
8.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.6%
0.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.4%
3.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.0%
3.4pp above 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
37.6%
Arthritis
28.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.8%
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
19.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.6%
Loneliness
36.3%
Lack of Support
28.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
36.6%
Mobility
18.4%
Cognitive
17.0%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Rockford has an obesity rate of 44.7%, which is 8.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.6%, 0.9pp below the national average. About 14.0% of adults lack health insurance. 78.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.9 mi
Uw Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uw Health | 0.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Saint Anthony Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Javon Bea Hospital | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Beloit Health System | 20.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Rochelle Community Hospital | 21.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Pop. Served
147,796
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKFORD | 147,051 | 0 |
| BILL-MAR HEIGHTS MHP | 240 | 0 |
| PRAIRIE ROAD PUMP CORPORATION | 150 | 1 |
| NORTHGATE ESTATES MHP | 100 | 1 |
| CLARKS MHP | 90 | 0 |
| RAINBOW LANE MHP | 83 | 0 |
| BRADLEY HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION | 82 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
389.0K MT
Top Emitter
WINNEBAGO LANDFILL
268.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
WINNEBAGO LANDFILL Waste Connections Us Inc | Waste | 268,871 |
Rockford Energy Center Ls Power Development, Llc | Power Plants | 60,032 |
Gunite Corporation Accuride Corp | Metals | 35,221 |
Rockford Energy Center II Ls Power Development, Llc | Power Plants | 24,844 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 7 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 389.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
77.2%
-2% vs national
Public Transit
1.0%
+11% vs national
Work From Home
7.9%
-15% vs national
Carpool
11.0%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How Rockford's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
17
2023
6-Year Avg
18
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
10
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2021 | 30 | 31 | 0 | 9 | 2 |
| 2020 | 13 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Rockford, IL covers travel times and transportation modes. 77.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.9% work from home, which is below the IL state average of 8.4%. 11.0% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 17 traffic fatalities from 17 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
84.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.1%
of households
No Internet
11.8%
of households
Total Households
61,481
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.4%
of households
Smartphone
85.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.2%
of households
Tablet
57.1%
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
-7% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-10% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-22% vs 100,000 - 250,000 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).
Rockford vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). 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
7
Population Served
147,796
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROCKFORD | Community | Ground water | 147,051 | 0 |
| BILL-MAR HEIGHTS MHP | Community | Ground water | 240 | 0 |
| PRAIRIE ROAD PUMP CORPORATION | Community | Ground water | 150 | 1 |
| NORTHGATE ESTATES MHP | Community | Purchased ground water | 100 | 1 |
| CLARKS MHP | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
| RAINBOW LANE MHP | Community | Ground water | 83 | 0 |
| BRADLEY HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 82 | 0 |
84.9% of households in Rockford have broadband internet access. 68.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.8% of households have no internet access. 14.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 7 water systems, providing water to 147,796 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Rockford is located in Ogle County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rockford.
Election Overview
Source: Ogle County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
8,883
34.5%
GOP Votes
16,450
63.9%
Total Votes
25,749
Margin
R+29.4%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,883 | 16,450 | 25,749 | 34.5% | 63.9% | R+29.4 |
| 2020 | 9,428 | 16,248 | 26,340 | 35.8% | 61.7% | R+25.9 |
| 2016 | 8,025 | 14,344 | 23,798 | 33.7% | 60.3% | R+26.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Ogle County recorded 25,749 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.9% of the vote compared to 34.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+29.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Ogle County has shifted 2.8 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
Source: rockfordil.govSubmit a public records request to Rockford — Uses NextRequest portal.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
773
Total Assets
$4.9B
Total Income
$4.1B
Per 10K Residents
52.4
nonprofits
+18.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
127
Median Assets
$578K
Oldest Active
1936
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $3.9B of $4.9B 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 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Rockford
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRockford, IL has 773 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $4.9B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 100 organizations. 127 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 52.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1936.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,286
Total Approved
$406.2M
Jobs Supported
12,102
Per 10K Residents
87.1
SBA loans
-0.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
102
Top Lender
BMO Bank National Association
187 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,092
Total Amount
$308.6M
Avg Loan
$282,594
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$228.0M(74%)
Jobs Supported
9,599
Loans
194
Total Amount
$97.6M
Avg Loan
$503,160
Median Loan
$325,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
141
11% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$91.7M
23% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$650,418
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Howe Freightways Inc. | 9 | $8.6M |
| Excelsior Llc | 2 | $8.1M |
| Furstperson Inc | 5 | $5.7M |
| Crown Machine Inc. | 2 | $5.5M |
| Integrated Label Corporation | 5 | $5.4M |
| The Caldwell Group, Inc. | 2 | $5.1M |
| Forte Automation Systems Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Shyam Rf Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Vishna Rockford Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ever Ready Grinding & Pin Manufacturing Llc | 2 | $4.5M |
Rockford, IL has received 1,286 SBA loans totaling $406.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,092 loans (85% of the total), supporting 9,599 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 194 loans totaling $97.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Rockford is BMO Bank National Association with 187 loans. That works out to 87.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
12
Total Population
229,072
Avg Median Income
-$55,499,217
Avg Home Value
-$55,428,305
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61016 | 5,166 | $92,865 | $224,600 | $861 | 28.3 |
| 61101 | 19,671 | $45,260 | $89,800 | $975 | 41.5 |
| 61102 | 16,620 | $42,506 | $95,300 | $850 | 34.1 |
| 61103 | 23,238 | $47,390 | $114,800 | $952 | 16.3 |
| 61104 | 17,584 | $32,161 | $83,700 | $854 | 4.5 |
| 61107 | 29,473 | $75,492 | $165,200 | $1,053 | 14.9 |
| 61108 | 30,202 | $63,046 | $128,300 | $986 | 10.9 |
| 61109 | 26,714 | $61,702 | $124,900 | $916 | 38.5 |
| 61111 | 22,838 | $58,391 | $143,700 | $1,101 | 14.2 |
| 61112 | 116 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.8 |
| 61114 | 15,026 | $83,472 | $196,000 | $1,284 | 8.1 |
| 61115 | 22,424 | $73,771 | $160,700 | $1,111 | 10.7 |
Rockford, IL has 12 ZIP codes with a combined population of 229,072. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$55,499,217. The average median home value is -$55,428,305. The average median monthly rent is -$55,554,644.
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