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Winnebago County
City in Illinois, United States
Overview
Winnebago County, with Rockford as its largest city, is a dynamic area in northern Illinois characterized by its riverside parks, lively cultural institutions, and friendly Midwestern atmosphere. The community offers easy access to outdoor activities and a surprising array of museums, gardens, and local eateries.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Illinois
Population
171,730
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
42.34°, -89.16°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
94
Monthly Cost
$2,340
Local Cost
$1,500
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
8.6°C
Summer Avg
21.6°C
Winter Avg
-5.5°C
Record High
40.7°C
Record Low
-40.3°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
967 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
RFD
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.
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