Rockford vs Aurora
| Rockford | Aurora | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 148,173 | 181,405 |
| Median Household Income | $54,752 | $93,633 |
| Median Home Value | $129,000 | $274,800 |
| Median Gross Rent | $985/mo | $1,596/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 54.9% | 66.4% |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% | 5.8% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 23.5% | 38.5% |
| Median Age | 37.7 | 35.2 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.