61109 — Rockford, IL Home Values
Typical home value $198,023 as of June 2026 · 17th of 22 in Rockford, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61109, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61109 compares in the Rockford, IL area
ZIP code 61109 (Rockford, IL) has a typical home value of $198,023 as of June 2026, ranking 17th of 22 ZIP codes tracked in the Rockford, IL area, more expensive than about 27% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +11.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +64.2%, from $120,628 in June 2021 to $198,023 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.2× the annual rent ($1,086/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 61109 has a population of 26,714, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 57% White, 19.9% Hispanic or Latino, 13.6% Black or African American, 5.6% Asian, 3.3% two or more races, and 0.6% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson High School | 4145 Samuelson Rd, Rockford, IL | 1.4 mi |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School | 4555 20th St, Rockford, IL | 1.7 mi |
| Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center | 3303 20th St, Rockford, IL | 2.3 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 61109?
$198,023 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61109 an expensive ZIP code in the Rockford, IL area?
61109 ranks 17th of 22 ZIP codes in the Rockford, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 27% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61109 changed over the past year?
+11.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61109?
The typical home price is 15.2× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,086/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61109?
26,714, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61109?
Jefferson High School (1.4 mi), Arthur Froberg Elem School (1.7 mi), Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center (2.3 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 61109?
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.