Quad Cities
Rock Island County (Western Illinois) • Population: 380,000 (metro area)
About Quad Cities
The Quad Cities straddle the Mississippi River, combining Rock Island and Moline on the Illinois side with Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa. This bi-state metro offers affordable Midwest living with river recreation, a growing entertainment district, and employers like John Deere. The area feels like a genuine community rather than a Chicago suburb, with its own identity and rhythm.
Best For
- Manufacturing and agricultural equipment professionals
- Those seeking affordable river city living
- Families wanting small-city amenities at low costs
- Anyone who enjoys Mississippi River recreation
Things to Do in Quad Cities
John Deere Pavilion
Interactive exhibits about agricultural equipment.
Mississippi Riverfront
Trails, parks, and river recreation.
Rock Island Arsenal
Historic military installation with museum.
TaxSlayer Center
Concerts and sporting events.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Moline
Entertainment district, riverfront.
Rock Island
Historic neighborhoods, Augustana College.
East Moline
More affordable, family neighborhoods.
Quick Facts
- Median Home Price
- $150,000
- Average Rent (1BR)
- $750
- Major Employers
- John Deere, Rock Island Arsenal, Genesis Health
- Distance to Chicago
- 165 miles (2.5 hours)
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