Rockford Indiana Map

About Rockford, Indiana

Rockford is a locality in Jackson County, Indiana, United States. It is a small community with a population of 761. The population density is 344.1 people per km². Rockford is located at 38.9873°N, 85.8914°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) timezone. ZIP code: 47274.

Rockford lies cradled by the rolling, verdant hills of Jackson County, a place where the land itself seems to exhale a quiet contentment. It lies 11.1 miles west of Jennings, IN (from Jennings, IN: bearing 269°T), and is situated 1.9 miles north of Seymour. The terrain here is a gentle tapestry of cultivated fields and wooded slopes, the latter often thick with oak and maple, their leaves catching the sunlight in a thousand shifting shades. Small creeks, barely more than silver threads in the landscape, meander through the hollows, their presence marked by a richer green along their banks. The air, particularly in the early mornings, carries the damp, earthy scent of dew-kissed soil and the faint, sweet perfume of wild honeysuckle. Evenings bring a deepening hush, the sky bleeding from pale blue into bruised purples and fiery oranges, a slow, deliberate transition that mirrors the unhurried pace of life in Rockford. The history of Rockford is as much a part of its character as the fertile ground it occupies. Founded by early settlers drawn to the rich agricultural potential of the region, Rockford has long been tied to the bounty of the land, its economy sustained by farming and the small industries that grew around it. While no grand pronouncements or towering landmarks define Rockford, its distinctiveness lies in its enduring connection to its roots. The local economy, though modest, thrives on this agricultural heritage, with produce markets in season and a steady trade in timber from the surrounding woodlands. The simple, sturdy architecture of the homes and businesses speaks of a practicality and resilience passed down through generations, a quiet testament to the enduring spirit of those who have called Rockford home.

About This Rockford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rockford, Indiana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.987275, -85.891366. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Rockford and Jackson County.

Detailed location data for Rockford includes the ZIP code (46714), telephone area code (574, 317), county seat of Jackson County (Brownstown), and school district assignment (Seymour Community Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Rockford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.