Rochelle
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About Rochelle
City in Illinois, United StatesRochelle is a city in Ogle and Lee counties, Illinois, United States. The population was 9,446 at the 2020 census. Rochelle is approximately 80 miles (130 km) west of Chicago and 25 miles (40 km) south of Rockford.
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How Rochelle ranks
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Housing in Rochelle
The typical Rochelle home is worth about $197,000, up 5.2% in a year, 34% below the Illinois typical home.
Only 3 sales in May 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
Safety in Rochelle
Not graded
A grade needs all of the FBI's latest years (2023–2025). Rochelle's police department reported only 2025, so we don't grade it yet. The figures below are still real.
Health in Rochelle
Health Grade C+
Healthier than 40% of U.S. towns on seven CDC estimates.
Compared with Illinois
of 32 measures CDC estimates. The other 28 are too close to call.
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Natural hazards in Rochelle
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 54% of U.S. communities.
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