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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Sterling, IL vs Fairbanks, AK

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Are people in Fairbanks older or younger than people in Sterling?
- The Median Age in Fairbanks is 14.5 years younger than in Sterling.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fairbanks or Sterling?
- Fairbanks housing costs are 147.4% more expensive than Sterling housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fairbanks or Sterling?
- The average commute for residents of Fairbanks is 3.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Sterling.

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!

Things to do in Fairbanks?
Fairbanks AK rests close Arctic Circle famed principally for its natural sites such as Chena River State Recreation Area where visitors may take part in different water sports or simply enjoy some peace & tranquility while walking along sandy beaches!

 Sterling, ILFairbanks, AKUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,018329,725,481
 Median Income$47,778  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock28.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$111,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.11  Unlock26.38
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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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Reviews for Fairbanks    20 Reviews
Martin · North Pole, AK
Comfortable, But Winters Are Getting Harder
Over 10 years ago

I have lived in the Fairbanks area for about 25 years and have become very comfortable with the community and the lifestyle here. That said, retirement is fast  More

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CJ · Ogden, UT
Interested in Fairbanks
Over 14 years ago

Comments about Fairbanks, both positive and negative, are of interest to me. Was in Fairbanks this past March [and north on Cleary Summit] and fell in love with the  More

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Sandy · Fairbanks, AK
Think Twice!
Over 15 years ago

I came to Alaska 15 years ago on an adventure and first lived in Juneau, which I LOVED and then moved to Eagle River, which I loved and now live in Fairbanks! I do not  More

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