Whiteside County, county in Illinois, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 54,656 inhabitants. The county was created 188 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is Morrison.
There are 18 city/town in Whiteside County, IL. The largest city of Whiteside County is Sterling with a population of 14,313. Other cities include, Rock Falls population 8,648, Morrison population 3,950, Fulton population 3,285, Prophetstown population 1,919
Located in northwestern Illinois, Whiteside County is home to a few small cities and rural towns dotted among fertile farmlands. Here are some of the notable communities within Whiteside County:
Sterling Sterling is the largest city and county seat of Whiteside County. Located on the Rock River, Sterling has a charming historic downtown with restaurants, shops, and parks. Key attractions include the Sterling Public Museum, Rock Falls Raceway, and Rock River Center.
Rock Falls Neighboring Sterling, Rock Falls straddles both Whiteside County and Lee County on the Rock River. With several parks and nature areas, Rock Falls is a popular spot for outdoor recreation like hiking, fishing, and boating. The city features landmarks like the Rock Falls Municipal Building and Coloma Home.
Morrison Situated along the Rock River, Morrison is a small rural city with picturesque views. Historic attractions include the White Memorial Park and Prairieville Cemetery. Popular events include the annual Milk Days Celebration and the Morrison City Band summer concerts.
Erie Erie is a village on the Rock River and Hennepin Canal located between Sterling and Morrison. The port features river access, walking paths, and canalside parks. Historic landmarks in Erie include the Johnson-Saure House Museum and the Odell Building.
Prophetstown Prophetstown is a very small farming village home to just a few hundred people. The town contains Prophetstown State Park, an Illinois state park with camping, trails, and access to the Rock River. Visitors can tour a replica of a Native American village.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Whiteside County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Albany | Village in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States | 856 |
Coleta | Town | 151 |
Deer Grove | Town | 45 |
Erie | Village in Whiteside County, Illinois | 1,482 |
Fenton | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States of America | 507 |
Fulton | City in Illinois | 3,285 |
Garden Plain | Township of Illinois | 999 |
Hahnaman | Township of Illinois | 330 |
Lyndon | City in Illinois, United States of America | 604 |
Morrison | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States of America | 3,950 |
Portland | Township in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States of America | 395 |
Prophetstown | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States | 1,919 |
Rock Falls | City in Illinois | 8,648 |
Round Grove | Township in Livingston County, Illinois | 346 |
Sterling | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States | 14,313 |
Tampico | Township in Whiteside County, Illinois | 721 |
Union Grove | Township in Whiteside County, Illinois | 1,113 |
Ustick | Township in Whiteside County, Illinois | 581 |