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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Bettendorf, IA vs Sterling, IL

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Are people in Sterling older or younger than people in Bettendorf?
- The Median Age in Sterling is 3.8 years older than in Bettendorf.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sterling or Bettendorf?
- Sterling housing costs are 58.6% less expensive than Bettendorf housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sterling or Bettendorf?
- The average commute for residents of Sterling is 1.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Bettendorf.

Things to do in Bettendorf?
Bettendorf, Iowa lies within Scott county providing its citizens access to parks including Centennial Park while also having shopping options near SouthPark Mall plus multiple restaurants including Applebees Grill & Bar.

Things to do in Sterling?
Sterling is an incorporated city located in Whiteside County, Illinois offering plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Rock Falls Rapids Nature Preserve provides amazing views close by. There are also numerous shops and eateries providing unique itemsor delicious cuisine perfectfor anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here!

 Bettendorf, IASterling, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,919329,725,481
 Median Income$89,375  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$268,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time17.87  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Bettendorf    4 Reviews
steve · Bettendorf, IA
great place to raise kids
Over 14 years ago

very low crime, great schools, housing costs-a decent house for family of 5 is around  More

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Gentle · Cary, NC
Please advise on Quad Cities area
Over 18 years ago

We are thinking of moving to the area (Iowa). I am an NC native, although we feel the need to move out due to huge influx of newcomers in this area from the northeast  More

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Rick · Port Byron, IL
Great place to raise kids
Over 18 years ago

We moved to Bettendorf when our son was in elementary school based on favorable comments about the schools from several friends in similar stages in their lives. We  More

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Reviews for Sterling    1 Reviews
virgin · Sterling, IL
LOVE THIS PLACE
Over 4 years ago

my child was not veery safe in his manger. many storms, too dangerous, lost kid in storm. a twelve year old tried to sell me nicotine!!!!! <3  More

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