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Rockford, Illinois Resources for Entrepreneurs

Our goal is to help as many Illinois entrepreneurs as possible. You can find a growing list of resources for Rockford entrepreneurs right here.

Illinois Entrepreneurial Resources

This is Step One. If you haven't already done so, browse our list of Illinois entrepreneurial resources. These state-level resources can be very useful to Rockford entrepreneurs . . . and any entrepreneurs in Illinois for that matter.

We've got information on venture capital groups in Illinois, Illinois angel investors, instructions on how to incorporate in Illinois and much more.

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Useful Information on Rockford, Illinois

Did you know that approximately 150,000 people live in Rockford? That's the count according to recent census data.

Rockford, Illinois

Rockford, Illinois Newspaper Advertising

Want to advertise a Rockford, IL business? If you are already doing business in Rockford, it's important to get the word out and attract new customers. Newspaper advertising is a proven way to bring in new business.

Fortunately, we've made it easy to find out how much newspaper advertising costs in Rockford, Illinois.

Radio Advertising in Rockford, Illinois

The power of radio advertising should never be underestimated. To make life a little easier for Rockford business owners, we've assembled a list of radio advertising costs in your area.

Starting a Business in Rockford, Illinois

If you are a new entrepreneur, just going into business for the first time, we've written a guide for starting a business in Rockford, IL.

Business Demographics for Rockford, Illinois

Rockford has more than 4,000 businesses. The table below contains business types with the largest number of businesses operating in Rockford:

Business Type
# of
Businesses
Full-Service Restaurants
152
Offices of Lawyers
146
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
129
Religious Organizations
122
Limited-Service Restaurants
121
Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
106
Offices of Dentists
91
Machine Shops
77
General Automotive Repair
64
Commercial Banking
61
Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores
56
Landscaping Services
55
Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
52
Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores
43
Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers
42
Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages)
41
Beauty Salons
40
Janitorial Services
39
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
39
Engineering Services
38
Offices of Certified Public Accountants
37
Civic and Social Organizations
36
Residential Mental Retardation Facilities
34
Securities Brokerage
34
Electrical Contractors
33

 

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