City of Rockford, Illinois

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Information on Rockford, Winnebago County

The City of Rockford is located in the state of Illinois, in Winnebago County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below.
For all your administrative procedures, you can go to the City hall of Rockford at the address and schedules indicated on this page or contact the City hall government by phone or by email depending on your preference or on the service's availability.

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Rockford City HALL, Winnebago County

Rockford City Hall's addressRockford Rockford Municipal Building
425 E STATE ST
ROCKFORD IL 61104
United States
Phone number of Rockford City Hall+1 815-987-5590
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Rockford official websiteci.rockford.il.us
Mayor of RockfordLawrence J. Morrissey
Winnebago County, Illinois: Vital Records Rockford vital records
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Common questions about Rockford

What county is Rockford IL in?

Rockford, IL is located in Winnebago County

Where is Rockford, Illinois ?

Rockford lies in Winnebago County, with a small portion in Ogle County. Geographically situated in north-central Illinois, USA, it is approximately 85 miles northwest of Chicago and 16 miles south of the Wisconsin border. The Rock River runs through the city, enhancing its prominence in the region.

What is the cost of living in Rockford IL ?

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois (Winnebago County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $1,200 per month for a two-bedroom apartment. Transportation expenses are about $1,000 annually, while groceries typically run around $300 per month for a single person, making it an economical option for residents.

Rockford administrative division

Rockford building department, IL

If you're planning a construction project in Rockford, IL, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial step. You can request these permits from the Community and Economic Development Department located at Rockford's City Hall. It's essential to contact the office directly to gather detailed information about the associated costs and processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. By consulting with the department, you can ensure a smooth approval process and compliance with local regulations.
OfficeRockford Building Department
CityRockford
StateIllinois
Address425 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
Phone+1 779-348-7158
Websitehttps://rockfordil.gov

Demography of Rockford

Name of Rockford inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population150 115 inhabitants1 / 150
Population density in Rockford2 425,3 pop/sq mi (936,4 pop/km²)

Air quality

Rockford Air Quality Today105 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

Upcoming Events in rockford

Who's Bad: The Michael Jackson Experience2025-06-07 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
GUTFELD LIVE 25 Featuring Greg Gutfeld and special guest Tom Shillue2025-06-08 at BMO Center
Rock & Roll Institute Concert (June 20)2025-06-20 at District Bar and Grill
The Commodores & The Spinners2025-06-20 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
The Function Tour ft. Scarface, Too Short, & DJ Quik2025-06-26 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Rock & Roll Institute Concert (June 27)2025-06-27 at District Bar and Grill
Jim Jefferies: Son Of A Carpenter2025-06-27 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Buddy Guy: Damn Right Encore with special guest Ronnie Baker Brooks2025-06-27 at Coronado Theatre
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores2025-06-28 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
The Terry Bradshaw Show2025-06-29 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
311: Unity Tour 20252025-07-06 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Sal Vulcano: Everythings Fine Tour2025-07-11 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit2025-07-12 at Coronado Theatre
Jeff Ross: Take A Banana for The Ride 2025-07-12 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Peter Antoniou2025-07-13 at District Bar and Grill
Rock & Roll Institute Concert (July 18)2025-07-18 at District Bar and Grill
Kevin Hart: Acting My Age2025-07-19 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Wynonna Judd - The Greatest Hits Tour2025-07-25 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Hometown Jams: Gabby Barrett2025-07-25 at Coronado Theatre
The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA2025-07-26 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Straight No Chaser Summer: The 90s Part 22025-07-27 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Maxwell: The Serenade 20252025-08-02 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Foreigner2025-08-10 at Coronado Theatre
Fool House - Ultimate 90's Party - VMAs Tour2025-08-23 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
An Intimate Evening With Kelly Price, Ginuwine & 7022025-08-31 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Wanda Sykes: Please & Thank You Tour with Special Guest Keith Robinson2025-09-05 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Tom Keifer/LA Guns2025-09-06 at Coronado Theatre
Reed Timmer2025-09-12 at Coronado Theatre
Staind2025-09-14 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
BERT KREISCHER: PERMISSION TO PARTY2025-09-18 at BMO Center
Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started2025-09-19 at Coronado Theatre
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters2025-09-19 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
John Waite2025-09-20 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started2025-09-21 at Coronado Theatre
Here Come the Mummies2025-09-26 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Hometown Jams: Toad the Wet Sprocket w/KT Tunstall & Vertical Horizon2025-09-26 at Coronado Theatre
Ron White2025-09-27 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Il Divo By Candlelight2025-10-04 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Hometown Jams: Starship + Foghat2025-10-09 at Coronado Theatre
Black Violin2025-10-11 at Coronado Theatre
Bored Teachers: The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour2025-10-12 at Coronado Theatre
Wheel of Fortune2025-10-14 at Coronado Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show2025-10-16 at Coronado Theatre
Brian Culbertson - Day Trip Tour2025-10-17 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn2025-10-17 at Coronado Theatre
REIK - Panorama 2025 U.S.A. Tour2025-10-18 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton & Beyond2025-10-22 at Coronado Theatre
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute2025-10-23 at Coronado Theatre
Herbie Hancock: 2025 North American Fall Tour2025-10-24 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Hairball2025-10-25 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood2025-10-25 at Coronado Theatre
ZACH WILLIAMS CROWDER MATT MAHER2025-11-06 at BMO Center
Ben Folds & A Piano Tour2025-11-06 at Coronado Theatre
Dane Cook2025-11-07 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Ninja Kidz2025-11-07 at Coronado Theatre
Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars2025-11-08 at Coronado Theatre
Joe Bonamassa2025-11-10 at Coronado Theatre
Brad Williams: The Growth Spurt Tour2025-11-21 at Coronado Theatre
Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners: American As It Gets Tour2025-12-04 at Hard Rock Live Rockford
Dean Z The Ultimate Elvis Christmas2025-12-18 at Coronado Theatre

List of Passport Facilities in Rockford, IL

Where to apply for a passport in Rockford, IL? There are 1 passport offices in Rockford, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
ROCKFORD POST OFFICE5225 HARRISON AVENUE8152294850

Top 3 most popular banks in Rockford

There are 49 bank branches in Rockford.
Midland States Bank is the most popular bank in Rockford with 10 branch offices, followed by BMO Harris Bank National Association with 9 branch offices and then Associated Bank, National Association with 5 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Rockford:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Midland States Bank10Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
BMO Harris Bank National Association9Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Associated Bank, National Association5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
PNC Bank, National Association4Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association4Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
U.S. Bank National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Blackhawk Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Northwest Bank of Rockford2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Fifth Third Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Rockford Bank and Trust Company2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Midwest Community Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Stillman BancCorp N.A.1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Union Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The Harvard State Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Woodforest National Bank1Full Service Retail Office


Rockford administrative numbers

Rockford City code1765000
Rockford City postcode61104

Toponymy and translation of Rockford

Arabic: روكفوردBengali: রকফোর্ড, ইলিনয়Japanese: ロックフォード
Korean: 록퍼드 (일리노이 주)Russian: РокфордSerbian: Рокфорд
Chinese: 罗克福德  

Transportation modes in Rockford

Airport
Chicago Rockford International Airport 5 miles
Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport 24.7 miles
Albertus Airport 26.6 miles

Rockford territory

Rockford area61,90 sq mi (160,31 km²)
Rockford altitude755 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 42.2634
Longitude: -89.0628
Latitude: 42° 15' 48'' North
Longitude: 89° 3' 46'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Namesake of Rockford
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Natural parksRockford isn't part of a natural park

What is Rockford close to?

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Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Nearby cities include: Cherry Valley, New Milford, Loves Park and Machesney Park
WinnebagoLoves ParkLoves Park
WinnebagoNeighbouring townsCherry Valley
Davis JunctionCherry ValleyCherry Valley
Cherry Valley 5 milesNew Milford 5.8 milesLoves Park 6.1 miles
Machesney Park 7.5 milesWinnebago 8.8 milesBelvidere 10 miles
Davis Junction 10.4 milesTimberlane 11.2 milesCaledonia 11.3 miles
Roscoe 11.5 milesMonroe Center 11.9 milesStillman Valley 12.6 miles
Poplar Grove 12.8 milesRockton 13 milesByron 13.9 miles
South Beloit 15.2 milesPecatonica 15.4 milesKirkland 16.3 miles
Durand 17.9 milesBeloit 18.1 milesKingston 19 miles

Distance between Rockford and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1686 milesHouston : 933 milesPhiladelphia : 741 miles
Phoenix : 1387 milesSan Antonio : 1031 milesSan Diego : 1663 miles
Dallas : 779 milesSan Jose : 1764 milesJacksonville : 922 miles
Indianapolis : 230 miles closestSan Francisco : 1815 milesAustin : 958 miles
Columbus : 354 milesFort Worth : 797 milesCharlotte : 659 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Rockford, IL

Elementary schools in Rockford

A C Thompson Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 284

Arthur Froberg Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 462

Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 739

Beyer Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 1, Highest grade : 5
Students : 300

Brookview Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 470

C Henry Bloom Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 334

Clifford P Carlson Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 418

Conklin Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 334

Dennis Early Childhood Center

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 307

Ellis Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 479

Fairview Early Childhood Center

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 700

Galapagos Rockford Charter School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 321

Gregory Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 317

Haskell Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 308

Jackson Charter School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 512

John Nelson Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 468

Julia Lathrop Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 435

Kishwaukee Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 305

Lewis Lemon Elementary

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 395

Maud E Johnson Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 488

McIntosh Elementary

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 361

Montessori Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 498

R K Welsh Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 470

Riverdahl Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 523

Rolling Green

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 780

Spring Creek Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 340

Summerdale Early Childhood Center

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 417

Swan Hillman Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 595

Thurgood Marshall Elementary

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 1, Highest grade : 4
Students : 414

Washington Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 314

West View Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 475

White Swan Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 2
Students : 194

Whitehead Elementary School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 566

Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK

Middle schools in Rockford

Abraham Lincoln Middle School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 699

Bernard W Flinn Middle School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 963

Eisenhower Middle School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 810

Kennedy Middle School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 520

Rockford Envrnmntl Science Academy

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 962

Thurgood Marshall School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 8
Students : 457

West Middle School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 887

Wilson ASPIRE

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 7
Students : 28

High schools in Rockford

Auburn High School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1871

Guilford High School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1723

Jefferson High School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1633

Regional Alternative School

District of Boone/Winnebago Roe
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 93

Reg'l Learning Center Star Winn

District of Boone/Winnebago Roe
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 20

Rockford East High School

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1995

Roosevelt Center

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 415

Alternative schools in Rockford

Legacy Academy of Excellence Charter

District of Rockford School District 205
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 315

Reg'l Learning Academy Star Winn

District of Boone/Winnebago Roe
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 11
Students : 89

Private schools in Rockford

Allegro Academy

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 7
Students : 55

Alpine Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 93

Alpine Christian School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 9
Students : 54

Berean Baptist Christian School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 227

Boylan Catholic High School

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 956

Cathedral Baptist School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 154

Holy Family Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 424

Keith Country Day School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 286

Montessori Private Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 9
Students : 172

North Love Christian

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 110

Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 38

Rockford Iqra' School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 166

Rockford Lutheran Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 277

Rockford Lutheran School - Junior/Senior High School

Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 600

Spectrum School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 127

St Bernadette Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 185

St Edward School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 142

St James Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 160

St Paul Lutheran School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 87

St Peter Cathedral

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 182

St Rita School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 275

Leisure and activities in Rockford surrounding area

Golf course
Aldeen Golf ClubNewburg Village Golf Club
to Belvidere 6.5 miles
Swanhills
to Belvidere 8.9 miles		Barwood Golf Course
to Rockton 11.3 miles
Macktown Golf Course
to Rockton 12.6 miles		Timber Pointe Golf Club
to Poplar Grove 12.6 miles
Ledges Golf Club
to Roscoe 13.2 miles		Bel-Mar Country Club
to Belvidere 13.9 miles
Red Barn Golf Course
to Rockton 13.9 miles		PrairieView Golf Course
to Byron 14.1 miles

Other information on the City of Rockford

Nuclear power plantByron Nuclear Generating Station 28 mile