Hainesville, IL vs Peru, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Peru is 24.3% cheaper than Hainesville. With a cost index of 73 vs 91, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Peru to Hainesville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hainesville is $1,219/month compared to $879/month in Peru — a 39% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Peru is more affordable at $155,600 median vs $218,500.

Median household income in Hainesville is $126,125 compared to $68,147 in Peru (+85.1%). While Hainesville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hainesville spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15.5% in Peru.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.3°F vs 47.8°F). Peru receives more rainfall at 37.4" per year compared to 35.3" in Hainesville.