Sterling

IL

Whiteside County, Illinois

Population 55K |Median income $67,500 |2 hospitals

Population
54,947
Whiteside County
Median Income
$67,500
Near average
Median Home Value
$127,100
-44% vs avg
Median Age
43
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
55K-6%
Median Income
$67,500+42%
Median Home Value
$127,100+28%
Poverty Rate
12%+0%
Unemployment
4.3%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$856/mo
Poverty Rate
12% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.5%
Work From Home 6.1%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 85.1%
African American 1.3%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
37.1%
Obesity
36.2%
Short Sleep Duration
34.1%
Physical Inactivity
25.4%
Binge Drinking
17.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
Current Smoking
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
13%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.6%
Annual Checkup 78.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
CGH MEDICAL CENTER
STERLING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Sterling Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Sterling, IL? ▼
Sterling, IL has a population of 54,947 people, located in Whiteside County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Sterling? ▼
The median household income in Sterling, IL is $67,500 per year. The poverty rate is 12%.
What is the median home value in Sterling? ▼
The median home value in Sterling, IL is $127,100. Median rent is $856/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sterling? ▼
The top health indicators in Sterling include High Blood Pressure (37.1%), Obesity (36.2%), Short Sleep Duration (34.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sterling? ▼
Sterling has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sterling? ▼
The median age in Sterling, IL is 43 years. 20.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sterling, IL is located in Whiteside County, Illinois. With a population of 55K and a median household income of $67,500, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sterling area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Whiteside County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.