Rock Falls and Sterling Aerial View
Living Here
The I-88 West region offers affordable, reliable business amenities and a favorable quality of life for your workforce. Cost of living rates 25% lower than U.S. average, low crime rates and a vast amount of skilled labor across multiple industries means we have what you need for business and quality of life.
Each I-88 West community offers a variety of housing and transportation options, K12 educational opportunities, access to community and recreational venues, and easy access to the amenities of major metropolitan areas--without the major urban cost.
| I-88 West Demographics | |||
| The I-88 West region, population 94,648, offers below average cost of living and median home prices compared to the U.S. average. | |||
| Lee County, IL | Whiteside County, IL | US Average | |
| Population: | 35,450 | 59,198 | -- |
| Median Household Income: | $46,993 | $44,118 | $44,684 |
| Home ownership Rate: | 64.07% | 71.17% | 64.07% |
| Average Commute (Minutes): | 23.5 | 20.2 | 27.4 |
Source: Sperling’s (2009)
