Macomb, IL vs Pana, IL

Pana is moderately more affordable than Macomb, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Macomb scores 64 compared to 61 for Pana, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Macomb can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Macomb is $733/month compared to $670/month in Pana — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pana is more affordable at $82,000 median vs $99,800.

Median household income in Macomb is $39,753 compared to $45,083 in Pana (-11.8%). Pana offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Macomb spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Pana.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 53.1°F). Macomb receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 36.4" in Pana.