The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Whiteside county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 74.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 21.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 60% and the area covered by water is 1.76%. The overall influence score for Whiteside is 5.
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Whiteside County is located in the northwest corner of Illinois. It has a population of 58,498 as of the 2018 census. The median household income is $54,917 and the median age is 41.9 years. The racial makeup of the county is 91.7% White, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.4% Native American, and 1.3% from two or more races.
The majority of Whiteside County consists of rural areas with small towns and villages scattered throughout the area. Agriculture is an important part of the economy, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops grown in the area. Industry includes manufacturing, food processing, healthcare, and retail. The cost of living in Whiteside County is lower than the national average, with housing prices well below the state average.
Illinois State Office USDA Rural DevelopmentFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Illinois
2118 West Park Court, Suite A
Champaign, IL 61821
TEL: 217-403-6200
TTY: 217-403-6240