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About the Community

Located in Winnebago & Hancock Counties

Demographic Information

Population 1998 2000
Total Population 4,495 4,267
Educational Attainment (Population Age 25 +)
Associates Degree   7.8%
Bachelors Degree   15.2%
Graduate or Professional Degree   7.0%

Metro Area Distances

City Driving Distance Flight Time Days by Truck
Chicago, IL 441 miles   1
Des Moines, IA 138 miles 20 min 1
Minneapolis, MN 140 miles 20 min 1
Milwaukee, WI 369 miles   1
Omaha, NE 273 miles   1

Leading Employers

Company Name Product/Service Employees
Winnebago Industries Manufacturer of Recreational Vehicles 2,000
CDI Full Body Paint of Recreational Vehicles 210
Krysilis Provider of residential homes and care for people with intellectual disability 200
3M Distribution center for consumer goods 160

Local Government

  • Type of Government: Mayor/ Council
  • Comprehensive City Plan: Yes
  • Year Plan Completed: 1985
  • City Zoning Ordinance in Effect: Yes
  • County Zoning Ordinance in Effect: Yes
  • Percent of Streets Paved: 85.0
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