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Mount Sterling, IL

Illinois · Brown County

Mount Sterling is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,949. Residents earn $63,922 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,949 Population 1,624/sq mi density
$63,922 Median Income $33,774 per capita
$118,100 Home Value $132,461 Zillow
$712 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,922 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,100 home value, $712/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Mount Sterling, IL

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,922
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,100
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

How Mount Sterling Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,949
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,624/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,922
Per Capita$33,774
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$624M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,100
Rent$712
Ownership53.8%
Zillow$132,461
Housing Units1,050
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property517/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking19.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation739 ft (225 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.03

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute13 min
Broadband76.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Mount Sterling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Sterling receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Sterling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Sterling is $63,922, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Sterling is $118,100, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mount Sterling is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 517 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Sterling experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Sterling has a population of 1,949 with a density of 1,624 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 23.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,949
Total Population
1,624
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Sterling is $63,922, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,774 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,237, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 132 business establishments, including 10 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mount Sterling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,922
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$64,643
Gini Index0.407 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$624M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare7
Retail14
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Sterling is $118,100, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,461, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 53.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,050 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,033. 23.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,100
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.8%
Owner-Occupied53.8%
Renter-Occupied46.2%
Housing Units1,050
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Mount Sterling, 40.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 19.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.6% report binge drinking. 27.4% are physically inactive. 25.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 11.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,421. 68.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,421
Mental Health1:300
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits50.8%
Premature Death5,303/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities7
Mount Sterling has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 517 per 100,000, 74% below the U.S. average. Overall, Mount Sterling receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mount Sterling vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property517.2/100K
74% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Mount Sterling experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. The area receives 20.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 739 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,624/sq mi
Coordinates39.9854°N, 90.7641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBrown County County
Nearest AirportQuincy Regional-Baldwin Field (UIN)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 20.9"
Wettest Month (May) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score4.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability33.6 / 100
Community Resilience71.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Feb 8, 2004 6 km SSW of Stoutsville, Missouri M2.9 110 km
Sep 19, 2024 1 km S of Old Monroe, Missouri M2.6 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

484 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 12 fatalities, 477 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 13, 1995 EF4 81 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF4 58 km 0
Jun 14, 1957 EF4 95 km 2
Apr 4, 2023 EF3 54 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 77 km 0
May 10, 2003 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 71 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF3 86 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 89 km 0
May 1, 1983 EF3 87 km 0
Jun 21, 1981 EF3 30 km 1
Jul 26, 1978 EF3 87 km 0
Aug 6, 1977 EF3 98 km 0
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 73 km 0
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 82 km 2
Jun 13, 1975 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 13, 1974 EF3 69 km 0
Sep 30, 1973 EF3 31 km 0
May 1, 1973 EF3 95 km 2
May 15, 1968 EF3 84 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in

Mount Sterling has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 27°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.4").

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Mount Sterling is located in Brown County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 24.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.9% of the vote, a 59.9-point margin. 76.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 7 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.03
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density1,624/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyBrown County County

Services

Broadband Access76.7%
Avg Download Speed106.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed94.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants10
Retail Stores14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home5.7%
Average costs for common services in Mount Sterling. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Top Industries in Brown County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 103 10 $25,013 0.22
Construction 53 16 $46,973 0.21
Professional & Technical Services 31 7 $35,171 0.09
Agriculture & Forestry 23 8 $52,952 0.59
Administrative & Waste Services 18 4 $32,443 0.06

Schools in Mount Sterling

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Brown County Elementary School Elementary 262 19 13.8:1
Brown County High School High 212 18 11.8:1
Brown County Middle School Middle 206 16 12.9:1
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Radio Stations near Mount Sterling

80 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
102.7 KISS FM WEGR Memphis hits, hot adult contemporary AAC
WSM Route 650 Americana americana, country MP3 64 kbps
WSIX-FM 97.9 The Big 98 country, nashville AAC
WSM 650 Nashville, TN country, grand ole opry MP3 64 kbps
World Wide Christian Radio (WWCR Shortwave 1) — MP3 56 kbps
The Point Independent Radio alternative MP3 128 kbps
WWON Big Country classic country, country MP3
WWCR Shortwave - Nashville, TN brokered programming, nashville MP3 56 kbps
WOXR 90.9 Vermont Public Radio Classical Stream - Burlington, VT burlington, npr MP3 64 kbps
Activa Nashville AM 1240 - FM 105.1 banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Ritter Farms Internet Radio bluegrass gospel, music MP3 128 kbps
WGNS 1450 AM Murfreesboro, TN news, sports AAC+ 32 kbps
Vermont Public Radio "VPR Classical" classical, public radio AAC 64 kbps
Leawood Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee — MP3 128 kbps
WRLT 100.1 "Lightning 100" - Nashville, TN (MP3) community radio, nashville MP3 96 kbps
VPR(Vermont Public Radio) News news AAC 64 kbps
Radio SoBro acoustic, alternative country MP3 128 kbps
105.3 WJEN Cat Country bluegrass, country AAC 96 kbps
WVPS-HD3 Vermont Public Radio - BBC World Service Stream - Burlington, VT bbc, burlington MP3 24 kbps
WETS(East Tennessee State University)-FM HD1 news MP3 90 kbps
WRLT 100.1 FM Nashville, TN (AAC) adult album alternative, nashville AAC+ 96 kbps
WWCR 2 brokered programming, religious MP3 56 kbps
WETS Americana americana, public radio MP3 96 kbps
WWCR 3 brokered programming, religious MP3 56 kbps
WWCR 4 brokered programming, religious MP3 56 kbps
Truth Radio 1470 WBCR talk radio MP3 48 kbps
VCWQ Q108 — AAC 32 kbps
WXNA 101.5 Nashville, TN "Low Power, High Voltage" community radio, freeform MP3 128 kbps
WNXP - Nashville's Music Experience alternative, eclectic MP3 96 kbps
WETS (East Tennessee State University) FM HD3 public radio MP3 96 kbps
WJXA "Mix 92.9" Nashville, TN adult contemporary, nashville AAC+ 64 kbps
WUBT 101.1 The Beat hip-hop, r&b AAC 24 kbps
WJXB "B 97.5" Knoxville, TN commercial, contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
WWTN "Super Talk 99.7" Hendersonville, TN hendersonville, nashville AAC+ 48 kbps
WEVL 89.9 Memphis, TN alternative, community radio MP3 32 kbps
WMOT "MTSU Jazz Network" Murfreesboro, TN jazz, murfreesboro AAC+ 32 kbps
WNFN-FM Y'all 106.7 — AAC+ 64 kbps
WRVW 107.5 The River top 40 AAC
WPLN FM 90.3 Nashville Public Radio, TN nashville, news MP3 64 kbps
WJCW 910 "Tri-Cities Talk Radio" Johnson City, TN johnson city, talk radio AAC+ 48 kbps
WNZE-FM 105.5 The Patriot talk AAC 32 kbps
WETS 89.5 Johnson City, TN local news, news MP3 90 kbps
WKDF "Nash FM 103.3" Nashville, TN country, nashville AAC+ 48 kbps
WIMZ 103.5 Knoxville, TN classic rock, knoxville AAC+ 64 kbps
WKNO 91.1 Memphis, TN apm, npr MP3 56 kbps
WXSM 640 Blountville, TN blountville, cbs sports radio AAC+ 48 kbps
WUOT | 91.9 FM, Knoxville, TN community radio, npr MP3 96 kbps
WFCL "Classical 91.1" Nashville Public Radio, TN classical, nashville MP3 96 kbps
NOAA Weather Radio Station WXK49 in Memphis, Tennessee — MP3 128 kbps
Tri States Public Radio | TSPR | WIUM npr, public MP3 56 kbps
WNRQ 105.9 The Rock classic rock AAC
Vermont Public Radio (News) — AAC 64 kbps
WEQX 102.7 FM Manchester, VT adult album alternative, alternative AAC+ 153 kbps
WDHR - Central Vermont Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
WEQX 102.7 Manchester, VT albany, alternative rock MP3
VPR(Vermont Public Radio) Replay: My Place, Friday Night Jazz, and All The Traditions music AAC 64 kbps
WVPS 107.9 "Vermont Public Radio" Burlington, VT apm, burlington MP3 64 kbps
WMRW 94.5 FM Warren, Vermont pacifica, public radio MP3 128 kbps
WDEV 550 AM Waterbury, VT news, talk MP3 96 kbps
VPR(Vermont Public Radio) relay BBC news MP3 24 kbps
VPR(Vermont Public Radio) Classical classical AAC 64 kbps
WVPS Vermont Public Radio Replay Stream - Burlington, VT burlington, npr MP3 64 kbps
WNFN "i106.7" Millersville, TN contemporary hits, millersville AAC+ 64 kbps
WNKX 96.7 FM country AAC+ 64 kbps
WUTC 88.1 Chattanooga, TN apm, npr MP3 64 kbps
WKOS 104.9 "Nash Icon" Kingsport, TN country, kingsport AAC+ 48 kbps
105-1 WJZM — MP3 128 kbps
WLVU K-Love Nashville 97.1 FM christian contemporary AAC 128 kbps
WQUT 101.5 Johnson City, TN classic rock, johnson city AAC+ 48 kbps
WQEZ EZ 99.9 — AAC 32 kbps
93.7 WVLZ Knoxville's ROCK Station classic rock, knoxville AAC
Ambiente 1030 AM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 32 kbps
WOLF FM Nashville 70's, 80's MP3 192 kbps
WGFX "The Zone" 104.5 FM Gallatin, TN gallatin, news AAC+ 48 kbps
Vermont Public Radio Jazz Stream jazz AAC 64 kbps
WPRT-FM 102.5 The Game sports AAC 64 kbps
WKNO-HD2 Memphis, TN apm, npr MP3 56 kbps
WCJK "96.3 Jack FM" Murfreesboro, TN adult hits, murfreesboro AAC+ 64 kbps
Music City Roadhouse southern rock MP3 128 kbps
WPLN AM 1430 Nashville Public Radio, TN bbc, nashville MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Mount Sterling

11 national parks and monuments found near Mount Sterling.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Cuivre River State Park State Park Free
Delabar State Park State Park Free
Geode State Park State Park Free
Lincolns New Salem State Park State Park Free
Nauvoo State Park State Park Free
New Philadelphia National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Sid Simpson State Park State Park Free
Siloam Springs State Park State Park Free
Wakonda State Park State Park Free

Museums in Mount Sterling

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BROWN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEREDOSIA AREA HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEREDOSIA RIVER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2175841356
RUSHVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL NFPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173223406
SCHUYLER JAIL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173226975

Libraries in Mount Sterling

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GREATER WEST CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT202 NORTH CENTER STREET0.029,341
BROWN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT143 WEST MAIN STREET0.025,012
M-C RIVER VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT304 MAIN STREET0.015,320
RUSHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY104 NORTH MONROE STREET0.015,125
CLAYTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT211 EAST MAIN STREET0.02,080
BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY110 NORTH BLUFF STREET0.01,907

Farmers Markets in Mount Sterling

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brown County Farmers MarketRte 24 W/Quincy RoadMay to OctoberSat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;
Rushville Main Street Farmers Market210 N. Congress St.Visit

Restaurants in Mount Sterling

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hagel 1891

Gas Stations in Mount Sterling

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's

Golf Courses in Mount Sterling

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rolling Greens Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Mount Sterling

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
HERITAGE HEALTH-MOUNT STERLING
435 CAMDEN ROAD
 For profit - Corporation 87 64 3/5 — 2/5 3/5 2177733377

Pharmacies in Mount Sterling

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
O'NEIL'S STORE 200 SOUTH PITTSFIELD ROAD 217-773-2144

Cell Towers in Mount Sterling

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1250N AT 035E (80026)GTOWER105
1250N AT 035E (80026)GTOWER105
1 MILES SOUTH ON STATE HIGHWAY 99 (72564)LTOWER60
1 MILES SOUTH ON STATE HIGHWAY 99 (72564)LTOWER60

Fire Stations in Mount Sterling

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Brown County Fire Protection District835 Route 24 WVolunteer217-773-2113
Mount Sterling Fire Department835 Route 24 WVolunteer217-773-3031

Power Plants Near Mount Sterling

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BROWN COUNTY WIND TURBINEONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-90.7OP

Bridges in Mount Sterling

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous193123750F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1981108275F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199770250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196297200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200294200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200582200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19987975G
Truss (Thru)Steel19008275P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19845125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19944425F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20175725G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19915725G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19824725F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19997025G

Correctional Facilities in Mount Sterling

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WESTERN ILLINOIS CORRECTIONAL CENTER2500 RT. 99 SOUTHSTATE1,5332,175OPEN

Airports Near Mount Sterling

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quincy Regional Airport Baldwin FieldUINMedium Airport
Air Cover Airport—Small Airport
Barber Airport—Small Airport
Blickhan Lndg Area Airport—Small Airport
Bowling Green Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Campbell Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Clark Airport—Small Airport
Curless Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Airport—Small Airport
Fort Madison Municipal AirportFMSSmall Airport
G. Bray Airport—Small Airport
Greater Beardstown Airport—Small Airport
Hannibal Regional Airport—Small Airport
Hartwell Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Havana Regional Airport—Small Airport
Herren Airport—Small Airport
Herrens Bess Hollow Airfield—Small Airport
Hull Airport—Small Airport
Ingersoll Airport—Small Airport
Jacksonville Municipal AirportIJXSmall Airport
Jan Knipe Airport—Small Airport
Johnson Farm Airport—Small Airport
Keokuk Municipal AirportEOKSmall Airport
Kinsey Airport—Small Airport
Kloker Airport—Small Airport
Krohe Airport—Small Airport
Krutmeier Airport—Small Airport
Macomb Municipal AirportMQBSmall Airport
Mark Twain Air Park—Small Airport
Martins Airport—Small Airport
Mast Field—Small Airport
Mc Pherson Airport—Small Airport
Morton Airport—Small Airport
Mount Sterling Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Pittsfield Penstone Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Plain Crazy Airport—Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport—Small Airport
Potter Airport—Small Airport
Rhea Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Runyan Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Schilson Field—Small Airport
Schuy-Rush Airport—Small Airport
Sinele Strip—Small Airport
Sinele's Sunset Strip—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sullivan Airport—Small Airport
Walker Airport—Small Airport
Williams Airpark—Small Airport
Williams Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Mount Sterling

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 3256Convenience Store217 E Main St
Dollar General 1110Other204 Pittsfield Rd
Dorothy's MarketSupermarket125 E Main St
MT STERLING IGASupermarket200 South Pittsfield St

Treatment Centers in Mount Sterling

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mental Health Centers of Western IL - Brown Site/Administrative SiteBoth217-773-3325
Schuyler County Mental - Health AssociationBoth217-322-4373

DOL Wage Violations in Mount Sterling

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $73 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$73
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Mental Health Centers of Western Illinois — Mental Health Centers of Western Illinois 62353 — 1 $73 $73 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Sterling

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF THE HOLY FAMILY401 W NORTH ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MT STERLING IL INC140 E MAIN ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH117 W WASHINGTON ST
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH111 W SOUTH ST
TIMEWELL CHRISTIAN CHURCH2 HIGHLAND PARK DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Sterling

What is the population of Mount Sterling?

Mount Sterling has a population of 1,949 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,624 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Mount Sterling expensive to live in?

Mount Sterling has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,922, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,100 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mount Sterling safe?

Mount Sterling is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 517 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mount Sterling receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mount Sterling?

Mount Sterling has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Mount Sterling?

The job market in Mount Sterling is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,237. There are 132 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 5.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mount Sterling?

The median home value in Mount Sterling is $118,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,461. For renters, the median monthly rent is $712. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 53.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,033.

How are the schools in Mount Sterling?

Schools in Mount Sterling score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.0% of adults in Mount Sterling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mount Sterling?

The obesity rate in Mount Sterling is 40.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.9% of adults are smokers. 27.4% are physically inactive. 25.9% of residents report depression. 11.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 68.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,421.

What is transportation like in Mount Sterling?

The average commute in Mount Sterling is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mount Sterling?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mount Sterling is 95.4% White, 2.7% Black or African American. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 23.5% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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