Rockford vs Chicago
| Rockford | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 148,173 | 2,721,914 |
| Median Household Income | $54,752 | $77,902 |
| Median Home Value | $129,000 | $334,100 |
| Median Gross Rent | $985/mo | $1,440/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 54.9% | 46.0% |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 23.5% | 44.3% |
| Median Age | 37.7 | 35.8 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.