Durand, IL vs West Peoria, IL

Durand is moderately more affordable than West Peoria, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Durand scores 64 compared to 74 for West Peoria, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Peoria can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Durand is $722/month compared to $1,180/month in West Peoria — a 39% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Durand has cheaper rent, West Peoria actually has lower median home values ($92,500 vs $130,600).

Median household income in Durand is $63,542 compared to $57,450 in West Peoria (+10.6%). Durand offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Durand spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 24.6% in West Peoria.