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Rental GuideRockford, IL

Rockford rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 171 apartments for rent in Rockford, with a median rent price of $1,099 per month. Rockford has seen a 7%—or $74—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,099

Year Over Year Change

7%

$74

Rentals available, last 30 days

171

Rent ranges for Rockford apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
1%
$2,251 - $3,000
3%
$1,501 - $2,250
14%
$751 - $1,500
77%
$0 - $750
5%

How has rent in Rockford, IL changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Rockford, IL, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,099, which is a 6.52% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Rockford, IL is about $895. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Rockford, IL is $1,062, and studios are about $1,100 per month.

See more Rockford, IL rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Rockford, IL?

45

schools

27,442

students

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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

4704 n rockton ave

rockford, IL, 61103

1-4Public
A-

Brookview Elementary School

1750 madron rd

rockford, IL, 61107

K-5Public
B-

Cherry Valley Elementary School

6754 armer dr

rockford, IL, 61109

K-5Public
B-

Maria Montessori at Marsh

2021 hawthorne dr

rockford, IL, 61107

PK, K-8Public
B-

Spring Creek Elementary School

5222 spring creek rd

rockford, IL, 61114

K-5Public
B-

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Who lives in Rockford, IL?

Gender

48% Male
52% Female

Age Range

0-19

26%

20-34

19%

35-44

11%

45-64

24%

65+

17%

Language

English

78%

Spanish

14%

Indo Euro

2%

Asia Pac

2%

Other

2%

Education

No HS

16%

High School

53%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

6%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

0%

What is the household breakdown in Rockford, IL?

Families

40% Families
60% Single

Property

47% Renters
53% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

28%

25-50k

26%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

10%

150k+

6%

How do residents get around Rockford, IL?

Rockford locals spend about 21 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Rockford is through Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 63.67 miles away.

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Rockford are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Rockford, IL

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Rockford, 38% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Rockford

Affordable housing

63%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

63%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

50%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Job market
38%
Public transportation
38%
Cost of living
38%
Quality schools
25%
Dating scene
25%
Nightlife
13%
Weather
13%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Rockford, IL?

The overall cost of living in Rockford, IL is 11% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Rockford you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost about the same. Eggs run about $3.36 per carton, and milk $4.73. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $184 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

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Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

6% lower

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

2% lower

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

6% lower

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

6% higher

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

1% higher

Explore rentals in Rockford, IL

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Wesleyan Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

Wesleyan Apartments

2425-2505-2513 Wesleyan Ave, Rockford, IL 61108

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$995–$1,095

Apartment for rent

1404 E State St Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.7

Very good

1404 E State St Apartments

1404 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access

1 bed

1 bath

$1,150–$1,295

Apartment for rent

1306 N Rockton Ave - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

1306 N Rockton Ave

1306 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL 61103

Central heat | Controlled access

1 bed

1 bath

$895

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