Prophetstown is a compact, historic river town (pop ~1,946) with a friendly downtown, easy weekday rhythm, and nearby outdoor options like Prophetstown State Park — a low‑stress, walkable base that’s pleasant for multi‑week stays and feels like a place you could actually settle into between shifts.
For bigger-city amenities, the Quad Cities (Davenport/Moline) are an easy ~46–52‑mile drive for restaurants, nightlife and an airport, while Sterling is about 24 miles away for quicker grocery, dining and errands.