Kirkland, IL vs West Peoria, IL

West Peoria is moderately more affordable than Kirkland, with a 11.6% lower cost of living index. Kirkland scores 83 compared to 74 for West Peoria, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kirkland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kirkland is $1,050/month compared to $1,180/month in West Peoria — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kirkland has cheaper rent, West Peoria actually has lower median home values ($92,500 vs $187,800).

Median household income in Kirkland is $92,500 compared to $57,450 in West Peoria (+61%). While Kirkland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kirkland spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 24.6% in West Peoria.

Climate-wise, West Peoria is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Kirkland. West Peoria receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.2" in Kirkland.