Harrisburg, IL vs Kankakee, IL

Harrisburg is moderately more affordable than Kankakee, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Harrisburg scores 62 compared to 71 for Kankakee, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kankakee can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harrisburg is $717/month compared to $986/month in Kankakee — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Harrisburg is more affordable at $84,800 median vs $105,500.

Median household income in Harrisburg is $48,488 compared to $45,119 in Kankakee (+7.5%). Harrisburg offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harrisburg spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, less than the 26.2% in Kankakee.

Climate-wise, Harrisburg is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 52.1°F in Kankakee. Harrisburg receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 34.4" in Kankakee.