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Prophetstown, IL

Illinois · Whiteside County

Prophetstown is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,828. Residents earn $66,797 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,828 Population 1,364/sq mi density
$66,797 Median Income $35,452 per capita
$116,300 Home Value $160,254 Zillow
$704 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,797 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,300 home value, $704/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,797
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,300
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,828
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density1,364/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,797
Per Capita$35,452
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$2,978M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,300
Rent$704
Ownership75.5%
Zillow$160,254
Housing Units797
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation634 ft (193 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.59

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Prophetstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prophetstown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Prophetstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prophetstown is $66,797, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prophetstown is $116,300, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Prophetstown 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Prophetstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Prophetstown has a population of 1,828 with a density of 1,364 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 12.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,828
Total Population
1,364
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Prophetstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prophetstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prophetstown is $66,797, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,452. The average weekly wage is $1,042, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,185 business establishments, including 132 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Prophetstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,797
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,452
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$64,591
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,185
County GDP$2,978M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare107
Retail167
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Prophetstown is $116,300, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,254, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 104.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $704 (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. 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 797 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $4,810 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,254
Median List Price$172,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,400
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.3%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units797
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Prophetstown, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 21.1% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,975. The dentist ratio is 1:2,376. 74.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Prophetstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,975
Dentists1:2,376
Mental Health1:649
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death9,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities107
Prophetstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Prophetstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 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 38.3 inches. The area receives 31.5 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 634 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation634 ft (193 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Coordinates41.6697°N, 89.9347°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWhiteside County County
Nearest AirportQuad Cities International (MLI)
33 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 31.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability43.6 / 100
Community Resilience81.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 89 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 124 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 42 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 102 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 142 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 123 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

602 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 252 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 9, 2015 EF4 57 km 2
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 2 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 98 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 85 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 97 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 91 km 2
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 72 km 8
May 9, 1995 EF3 43 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 78 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 30 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 71 km 0
Aug 5, 1979 EF3 49 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 83 km 0
Jun 30, 1977 EF3 78 km 0
Mar 4, 1976 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 20, 1974 EF3 44 km 1
Jun 14, 1974 EF3 69 km 0
May 13, 1974 EF3 56 km 0
Jul 17, 1972 EF3 71 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Prophetstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 20°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.4").

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Prophetstown is located in Whiteside County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.4% of the vote, a 14.7-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.59
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,364/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyWhiteside County County

Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Avg Download Speed80.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants132
Retail Stores167

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%
Average costs for common services in Prophetstown. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,023
Toddler$908
Preschool$758
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$696
Toddler$726
Preschool$700
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Whiteside County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,442 80 $69,631 1.98
Retail Trade 2,531 166 $34,326 1.20
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,232 103 $66,986 0.73
Accommodation & Food Services 1,848 132 $18,758 0.96
Transportation & Warehousing 1,442 48 $56,796 1.61
Professional & Technical Services 903 59 $63,376 0.61
Construction 838 106 $73,187 0.75
Wholesale Trade 636 71 $70,511 0.76
Finance & Insurance 577 66 $66,584 0.67
Other Services 448 91 $34,609 0.70
Educational Services 320 12 $31,738 0.73
Arts & Entertainment 219 25 $18,149 0.61
Information & Technology 62 10 $55,622 0.16
Real Estate 62 25 $42,621 0.19
Utilities 42 4 $106,696 0.52
Unclassified 2 1 $58,325 0.07

Schools in Prophetstown

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Prophetstown Elem School Elementary 243 14 17.4:1
Prophetstown High School High 214 16 13.4:1
PLT Middle School Middle 168 12 14.0:1
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Radio Stations near Prophetstown

64 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WRUW Cleveland 91.1 FM Case Western U. alternative, college radio AAC+ 42 kbps
Ambient Sleeping Pill | 128 kbps mp3 — MP3 128 kbps
24/7 Polka Heaven polka MP3 128 kbps
WTAM 1100 - Cleveland, Ohio local news, local talk AAC
WKSU News Channel (HD4) [aac+] bbc, npr AAC 64 kbps
107.3 Alternative - Cleveland, Ohio alternative rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
Yes.fm Worship christian AAC+ 32 kbps
I Hate Free Speech — MP3 128 kbps
Outworld Fleet Radio explicit, fandom MP3 128 kbps
101.3 WKRD - Rockford's Best Mix 00s, 70s AAC+ 32 kbps
WLW - 700 AM - Cincinnati, OH news, right winger AAC 22 kbps
Folk Alley Irish Music 128 kbps, irish folk MP3 128 kbps
WSWO-LP 97.3 oldies AAC+ 48 kbps
WINT 1330 & 105.1 - Willoughby, Ohio local talk, news talk MP3 64 kbps
WYSO 91.3 Yellow Springs, OH bbc, npr MP3 128 kbps
Spin Cycle - Mixing and Remixing The Hits 24/7 — AAC
WCPN 90.3 "Ideastream" Cleveland, OH cleveland, jazz MP3 128 kbps
WSTB 88.9 The AlterNation, Streetsboro alternative / indie, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
Yes.fm (Toledo,oh) 89.7 christian, hip-hop AAC+ 32 kbps
Folk Alley 128 kbps, irish folk MP3 128 kbps
WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (AAC) cleveland, university heights AAC+ 128 kbps
The Fan 97.1 WBNS-FM Sports Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Apostolic Christian Friendship Radio bible, choir MP3
WCBE 90.5 Columbus, OH npr, public radio MP3 96 kbps
WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (MP3) cleveland, university heights MP3 128 kbps
WNIR 100.1 Kent, OH akron, kent AAC+ 32 kbps
WBBW "Sports Radio 1240" Youngstown, OH cbs sports radio, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
RadioGPT — AAC 128 kbps
WAPS 91.3 "The Summit" Akron, OH adult album alternative, akron MP3 96 kbps
WINT 1330 & 101.5 - Willoughby, Ohio local talk, news talk MP3 64 kbps
WPIC "News Talk 790" Sharon, PA news talk, sharon AAC+ 48 kbps
WZNP 89.3 "The River" Newark, OH christian, christian contemporary MP3 128 kbps
WKNR 850 Cleveland espn, sports news MP3 96 kbps
WQGR FM (Gold 93.7) — AAC+ 48 kbps
WFGF 92.1 "The Frog" Wapakoneta, OH country, lima MP3
WQQO "Q105.5" Sylvania, OH hot adult contemporary, sylvania AAC+ 48 kbps
WMMX Mix 107.7 adult contemporary AAC 24 kbps
WHOT 101.1 "Hot 101" Youngstown, OH contemporary hits, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps
WYSU 88.5 All Classical classical MP3 128 kbps
TruBlues975 WDIF-LP blues, community radio AAC+ 96 kbps
WRQN 93.5 Bowling Green, OH bowling green, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
WXKR "94.5 XKR" Port Clinton, OH classic rock, port clinton AAC+ 48 kbps
Kickin Country 104.9 — AAC+ 32 kbps
WGUC-HD2 Jazz Stream - Cincinatti, OH cincinatti, jazz MP3 128 kbps
WDOH "Fun 107.1" Delphos, OH classic hits, delphos MP3
100.7 WMMS - Cleveland, Ohio alternative rock, hard rock AAC
WGUC Cincinnati Classical Music Radio — MP3 320 kbps
Folk Alley Classic 128 kbps, classic folk MP3 128 kbps
WQXK 105.1 "K 105" Salem, OH country, salem AAC+ 48 kbps
WKSU Classical classical music MP3 128 kbps
WKKY 104.7 Geneva, OH ashtabula county, commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
WQQO-HD2 "Talk 100.7 Radio" Sylvania, OH sylvania, talk radio AAC+ 48 kbps
WCLV Cleveland Classical — MP3 128 kbps
Folk Alley Classic Folk 128 kbps, classic folk MP3 128 kbps
WGUC "Classical 90.9" Cincinatti, OH cincinatti, classical MP3 320 kbps
WKKO 99.9 "K 100" Toledo, OH country, toledo AAC+ 48 kbps
97.9 WNCI — AAC
WMKV 89.3 FM Reading, OH adult standards, big band AAC+ 48 kbps
X Music Online christian, christian hit AAC 32 kbps
Stillwater NOAA Weather radio — MP3 32 kbps
WGTE-FM npr, public radio MP3 128 kbps
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Campgrounds Near Prophetstown

3 campgrounds found near Prophetstown.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area 4.8/5 1 $14
FISHERMANS CORNER 4.6/5 56 $14–$26
THOMSON CAUSEWAY 4.6/5 128 $14–$26

National Parks Near Prophetstown

11 national parks and monuments found near Prophetstown.

ParkTypeFee
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Bishop Hill Park State Park Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area State Park Free
Castle Rock State Park State Park Free
Jubliee College State Park State Park Free
Lowden State Park State Park Free
Maquoketa Caves State Park State Park Free
Matthiessen State Park State Park Free
Rock Cut State Park State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Prophetstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DILLON HOME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8156226202$215,890
STERLING PARK DISTRICTGENERAL MUSEUM8156226202$215,890
GENESEO HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3099443043$68,071
CHILDREN'S ART PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM8157728474$59,612
ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION13451 IL HWY 923093143603
EAGLE POINT NATURE SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5632429088
FULTON ANDRESEN NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER409 NORTH 4TH STREET9545931039
FULTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8155893809
HERITAGE CANYONGENERAL MUSEUM8155892838
JOHN DEERE HOME & FARM HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
MARTIN HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8155893809
MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION202 EAST LINCOLNWAY8157723013
MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION202 EAST LINCOLNWAY8157723013
MORRISON'S HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8157728889
PROPHETSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8155372818
TAMPICO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 MAIN STREET P O BOX 1548154387581
WESTWOOD SPORTS CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8156226201

Libraries in Prophetstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
STERLING PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST THIRD STREET0.0104,694
ROCK FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1007 SEVENTH AVENUE0.055,812
ODELL PUBLIC LIBRARY307 SOUTH MADISON STREET0.036,192
GENESEO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT805 N. CHICAGO STREET0.033,222
SCHMALING MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT501 TENTH AVENUE0.011,440
HENRY C. ADAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY209 WEST THIRD STREET0.09,000
ERIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT802 8TH AVENUE0.08,215
MOORE MEMORIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT509 MAIN STREET0.01,539

Farmers Markets in Prophetstown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lucas Farmers MarketLucas Memorial Park, Junction Highways 65 & 34
Morrison Farmers' Market204 E. Lincolnway05/21/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit
Rock Falls Farmer marke400 W 2nd Street between 4th & 5 Ave
Twin City Farmers Market106 Avenue A01/04/2014 to 12/01/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Gas Stations in Prophetstown

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's
Conoco

Nursing Homes in Prophetstown

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - PROPHETS RIVERVIEW
310 MOSHER DRIVE
 Non profit - Corporation 70 56 4/5 — 3/5 3/5 8155375175
WINNING WHEELS
701 EAST 3RD STREET
 Non profit - Corporation 88 83 2/5 — 3/5 2/5 8155375168

Pharmacies in Prophetstown

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HARTIG DRUG 316 WASHINGTON STREET 815-537-2400

Cell Towers in Prophetstown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
9822 FROG POND RDTOWER91
9822 FROG POND RDTOWER91
(Rock Falls) 4000 LINCOLN WAYGTOWER91
(Rock Falls) 4000 LINCOLN WAYGTOWER91
14401 HENRY RDGTOWER91
14401 HENRY RDGTOWER91
(DT Rock Falls site) 121 Wallace StreetTOWER51
(DT Rock Falls site) 121 Wallace StreetTOWER51

Fire Stations in Prophetstown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Prophetstown Fire Protection District104 W 2nd STVolunteer815-537-2215

Bridges in Prophetstown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19948062,950F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20101362,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1996551,050F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199579400G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197955325P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198463325F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195945125F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19665575P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19605375F

Airports Near Prophetstown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quad City International AirportMLIMedium Airport
7th Heaven Airport—Small Airport
Albertus AirportFEPSmall Airport
Black Airport—Small Airport
Block Airport—Small Airport
Bud Pierce Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Clinton Municipal AirportCWISmall Airport
Cloverleaf Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Davenport Municipal AirportDVNSmall Airport
Dixon Municipal Charles R. Walgreen Field—Small Airport
Doering's Port Airport—Small Airport
Early-Merkel Field—Small Airport
Ebert Field—Small Airport
Edgar Read Airport—Small Airport
Edwin G. Bennett Airport—Small Airport
Erie Air Park—Small Airport
Fisch RLA Airport—Small Airport
Foley Airport—Small Airport
Foxfield Aerodrome—Small Airport
Frank's Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
Frazier Airport—Small Airport
Freeport/Dornink Airport—Small Airport
Galesburg Municipal AirportGBGSmall Airport
Geldean Airport—Small Airport
Gen-Airpark—Small Airport
Gentry Airport—Small Airport
Gerbick Airport—Small Airport
Giggity Acres Airport—Small Airport
Gittleson Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hammer Airport—Small Airport
Heller Airport—Small Airport
Herb Tautz Airport—Small Airport
Hillman Airport—Small Airport
Hillside Stables Airport—Small Airport
J & Y Ultralightport—Small Airport
Jackson Field—Small Airport
Janssen Airport—Small Airport
John L Coppernoll Airport—Small Airport
Kewanee Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Kingfield Airport—Small Airport
Marshall County Airport—Small Airport
Mc Cartney Airport—Small Airport
McNeal's Field—Small Airport
Merkle Airport—Small Airport
Monmouth Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Nemo Field—Small Airport
O'Connor Field—Small Airport
Ogle County Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Prophetstown

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Fulton Police413 11th Avenue
Geneseo Police DepartmentSouth Oakwood Avenue
Sterling Police Department
Whiteside County Sheriff's Office400 North Cherry Street

Grocery Stores in Prophetstown

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's 2872Convenience Store40 Grove St
DOLLAR GENERAL 6883Other36 Grove St
Shaws Marketplace 1889Other214 Washington St

Treatment Centers in Prophetstown

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Area Substance Abuse Council - KinghouseSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
LSSI - Sterling Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse833-610-5774

DOL Wage Violations in Prophetstown

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $40,700 in back wages owed to 61 employees.

2
Violations
$40,700
Back Wages Owed
61
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
Winning Wheels — — 61277 — 1 $40,377 $684 59
Crane Construction — — 61277 — 1 $323 $162 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prophetstown

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH200 ELM ST
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST GENESEO RESTORATION BRANCH23590 GRANGE ROAD
DOMINION CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CENTER ISAAC WINKER GLOBAL MINISTR412 JOHNSON DR
PROPHETSTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH200 W 2ND ST
ST CATHERINE CHURCH308 E 3RD ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prophetstown

What is the population of Prophetstown?

Prophetstown has a population of 1,828 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,364 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Prophetstown expensive to live in?

Prophetstown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $66,797, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $116,300 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Prophetstown safe?

Prophetstown 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 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Prophetstown?

Prophetstown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Prophetstown?

Prophetstown has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,042. There are 1,185 business establishments in the area, including 132 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 1.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Prophetstown?

The median home value in Prophetstown is $116,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,254. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,810.

How are the schools in Prophetstown?

Schools in Prophetstown score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.1% of adults in Prophetstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Prophetstown?

The obesity rate in Prophetstown is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 74.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,975.

What is transportation like in Prophetstown?

The average commute in Prophetstown is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Prophetstown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Prophetstown is 93.4% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 12.4% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 97.8% have health insurance coverage.

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