Makanda, IL vs North Pekin, IL

North Pekin is moderately more affordable than Makanda, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Makanda scores 81 compared to 74 for North Pekin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Makanda can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Makanda is $911/month compared to $1,090/month in North Pekin — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Makanda has cheaper rent, North Pekin actually has lower median home values ($118,100 vs $241,300).

Median household income in Makanda is $72,083 compared to $79,730 in North Pekin (-9.6%). North Pekin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Makanda spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.4% in North Pekin.

Climate-wise, Makanda is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 52.7°F in North Pekin. Makanda receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 37.6" in North Pekin.