61071 — Rock Falls, IL Home Values
Typical home value $124,801 as of July 2026 · 10th of 11 in Sterling, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61071, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61071 compares in the Sterling, IL area
ZIP code 61071 (Rock Falls, IL) has a typical home value of $124,801 as of July 2026, ranking 10th of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the Sterling, IL area, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +35.1%, from $92,384 in July 2021 to $124,801 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.6× the annual rent ($825/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Sterling.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61071 has a population of 13,482, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 81.4% White, 15.4% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% two or more races, 0.5% Black or African American, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bi-County Sp Ed-HI Elem | 9413 Hoover Rd, Rock Falls, IL | 0.5 mi |
| Bi-County Sp Ed-ECSE Montmorency | 9415 Hoover Rd, Rock Falls, IL | 0.5 mi |
| Montmorency CCSD #145 | 9415 Hoover Rd, Rock Falls, IL | 0.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 61071?
$124,801 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61071 an expensive ZIP code in the Sterling, IL area?
61071 ranks 10th of 11 ZIP codes in the Sterling, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61071 changed over the past year?
+2.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61071?
The typical home price is 12.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($825/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61071?
13,482, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61071?
Bi-County Sp Ed-HI Elem (0.5 mi), Bi-County Sp Ed-ECSE Montmorency (0.5 mi), Montmorency CCSD #145 (0.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 61071?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.