Sterling, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Whiteside County County
Sterling, IL
At a Glance
How Sterling Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sterling's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sterling a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sterling residents earn a median household income of $52,647 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,146. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,185 business establishments, including 132 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sterling is $107,800 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,139. Median rent is $780/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Sterling reports 319 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,340/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in Sterling hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sterling has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches.