The Whiteside/Northwest Illinois Region has long been a successful location for agribusinesses, manufacturing and logistics. Boasting a talented, hardworking regional force of more than 540,000 with experience and success in all agribusiness inputs and outputs, advanced manufacturing and logistics, the region supports a multitude of businesses.
| Industry Description | Total | % |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural, Forestry, Fishing (SIC Range 01-09) | 7,408 | 1.37% |
| Mining (SIC 10-14) | 527 | 0.10% |
| Construction (SIC 15-17) | 19,794 | 3.65% |
| Manufacturing (SIC 20-39) | 70,079 | 12.93% |
| Transportation and Communications (SIC 40-49) | 26,658 | 4.92% |
| Wholesale Trade (SIC 50-51) | 29,110 | 5.37% |
| Retail Trade (SIC 52-59) | 106,348 | 19.63% |
| Finance, Insurance And Real Estate (SIC 60-69) | 27,382 | 5.05% |
| Services (SIC 70-89) | 223,445 | 41.24% |
| Public Administration (SIC 90-98) | 29,774 | 5.50% |
| Unclassified (SIC 99) | 1,300 | 0.24% |
Source: Applied Geographic Solutions, 2017
*60 mile radius around Whiteside County Illinois
A Manufacturing Hotspot
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Academic Support
Our proximity to Chicago allows for an exchange of expertise and resources in several fields, and a solid pipeline of graduates from Illinois’ college and universities ensures the right employee is available for your business.
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| vs. Chicago metro | vs. state | vs. nation | ||
| Whiteside County | $52,127 | -27% | -18% | -12% |
Source: Applied Geographic Solutions, 201
A lower, comparative cost of living along with low congestion, low union activity, low crime rates, and lower local taxes contribute to a business-friendly atmosphere that many find appealing when compared to larger metros.