Wheeling vs Rockford
| Wheeling | Rockford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,823 | 148,173 |
| Median Household Income | $85,205 | $54,752 |
| Median Home Value | $266,200 | $129,000 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,663/mo | $985/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 62.7% | 54.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | 8.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 40.8% | 23.5% |
| Median Age | 39.9 | 37.7 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.