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Sterling, IL

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Population
14,394
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
659 ft
Median Home Value
$108,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$859/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,350
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityBettendorf, Iowa44 miles away · 40,710 residents.

About Sterling

Sterling is a city in Whiteside County, Illinois, situated on the north bank of the Rock River opposite Rock Falls. Historically nicknamed the Hardware Capital of the World for its prominent manufacturing and steel industry, the community of approximately 14,717 is served by the Sterling Community Unit District 5 for public education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+99.2rating

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