61102 — Rockford, IL Home Values
Typical home value $124,595 as of June 2026 · 20th of 22 in Rockford, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61102, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61102 compares in the Rockford, IL area
ZIP code 61102 (Rockford, IL) has a typical home value of $124,595 as of June 2026, ranking 20th of 22 ZIP codes tracked in the Rockford, IL area, more expensive than about 14% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +10.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +58.8%, from $78,442 in June 2021 to $124,595 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 7.4× the annual rent ($1,406/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 Rockford, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Rockford.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61102 has a population of 16,620, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 34.7% White, 32.9% Black or African American, 27% Hispanic or Latino, 4.7% two or more races, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy Acad of Excellence Charter | 4029 Prairie Rd, Rockford, IL | 1.8 mi |
| Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad | 1800 Ogilby Rd, Rockford, IL | 2.3 mi |
| Julia Lathrop Elem School | 2603 Clover Ave, Rockford, IL | 2.7 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 61102?
$124,595 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61102 an expensive ZIP code in the Rockford, IL area?
61102 ranks 20th of 22 ZIP codes in the Rockford, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 14% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61102 changed over the past year?
+10.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61102?
The typical home price is 7.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,406/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61102?
16,620, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61102?
Legacy Acad of Excellence Charter (1.8 mi), Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad (2.3 mi), Julia Lathrop Elem School (2.7 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 61102?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Rockford, 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.