Elmwood, IL vs Pleasant Plains, IL

Elmwood is moderately more affordable than Pleasant Plains, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Elmwood scores 66 compared to 76 for Pleasant Plains, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pleasant Plains can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elmwood is $761/month compared to $1,038/month in Pleasant Plains — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elmwood is more affordable at $144,600 median vs $152,000.

Median household income in Elmwood is $87,644 compared to $78,542 in Pleasant Plains (+11.6%). Elmwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elmwood spend roughly 10.4% of their income on rent, less than the 15.9% in Pleasant Plains.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 54°F). Pleasant Plains receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.6" in Elmwood.