City vs city
Chicago, IL vs Rockford, IL
| Chicago | Rockford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,707,648 | 147,649 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.5% | -0.4% |
| Median home value | $315,200 | $120,900 |
| Median rent | $1,380 | $954 |
| Household income | $75,134 | $53,328 |
| Unemployment | 7.9% | 8.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 25% | 15% |
| State crime /100k | 1,814 | 1,814 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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