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Rockton, Illinois

Rockton is a village located in Winnebago County, Illinois, within the Rock River Valley and the Rockford metropolitan area. Its population experienced significant growth, increasing from 5,296 in 2000 to 7,685 in 2010.

2000: 2000 Census Results

In 2000, the population of Rockton was recorded as 5,296.

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2010: 2010 Census Land and Water Area Data

According to the 2010 census, Rockton covered a total area of 5.708 square miles, with 5.5 square miles (96.36%) being land and 0.208 square miles (3.64%) being water.

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2010: 2010 Census Demographic Data

As of the 2010 census, 7,685 people resided in Rockton, comprising 1,930 households and 1,464 families. The racial makeup was predominantly White (91.80%), with smaller percentages of African American (1.40%), Native American (0.1%), Asian (1.10%), Pacific Islander (0.04%), and other races or two or more races (0.45% each). Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race constituted 3.60% of the population.

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2010: 2010 Census Results

The 2010 census recorded Rockton's population as 7,685, an increase from the 2000 census figure of 5,296.

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June 14, 2021: Chemtool Plant Explosion and Fire

On June 14, 2021, the Chemtool Lubrication plant in Rockton experienced a large explosion and fire. While there were no serious injuries, a one-mile radius surrounding the plant was evacuated. The resulting smoke plume was visible up to 75 miles away.

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