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East Moline, Illinois
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About East Moline
East Moline’s riverfront carries traces of its industrial past and signs of what comes next. Land once used for manufacturing now includes The Bend and The Rust Belt, where concerts, events, places to eat, and small businesses bring people together near the Mississippi. The change has given the city new places to gather while keeping its working history in view.
There is more to East Moline than its newer riverfront destinations. The Great River Trail follows the water, downtown businesses line 15th Avenue, and neighborhood parks offer space to slow down. John Deere Harvester Works remains an important part of the city’s identity, alongside the independent spots that make a local visit worth extending.
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Demographics and details for East Moline
- Population
- 20,904
- Median age
- 38.9
- Households
- 8,617
- Median household income
- $61,779
- Median home value
- $134,600
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, age 25+
- 21.2%
2024 ACS five-year estimates for the city.
- State
- Illinois
- County
- Rock Island County
- Local highlights
- The Rust Belt, The Bend, Mississippi riverfront
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