61103 — Rockford, IL Home Values
Typical home value $155,259 as of July 2026 · 19th of 22 in Rockford, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61103, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61103 compares in the Rockford, IL area
ZIP code 61103 (Rockford, IL) has a typical home value of $155,259 as of July 2026, ranking 19th of 22 ZIP codes tracked in the Rockford, IL area, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +8.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +61.2%, from $96,292 in July 2021 to $155,259 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.7× the annual rent ($1,021/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 61103 has a population of 23,238, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 57.5% White, 23.4% Black or African American, 11.5% Hispanic or Latino, 6.4% two or more races, 0.7% Asian, and 0.5% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winnebago Co Detention Center | 5350 Northrock Dr, Rockford, IL | 0.9 mi |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary | 4704 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL | 1.1 mi |
| Thurgood Marshall School | 4664 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL | 1.2 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 61103?
$155,259 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61103 an expensive ZIP code in the Rockford, IL area?
61103 ranks 19th of 22 ZIP codes in the Rockford, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 18% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61103 changed over the past year?
+8.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61103?
The typical home price is 12.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,021/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61103?
23,238, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61103?
Winnebago Co Detention Center (0.9 mi), Thurgood Marshall Elementary (1.1 mi), Thurgood Marshall School (1.2 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 61103?
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 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.