Maquon, IL vs Prairie du Rocher, IL

Maquon is moderately more affordable than Prairie du Rocher, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Maquon scores 58 compared to 62 for Prairie du Rocher, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Prairie du Rocher can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Maquon is $619/month compared to $713/month in Prairie du Rocher — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Maquon is more affordable at $69,500 median vs $85,400.

Median household income in Maquon is $56,964 compared to $60,313 in Prairie du Rocher (-5.6%). The higher salaries in Prairie du Rocher partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Maquon spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 14.2% in Prairie du Rocher.

Climate-wise, Prairie du Rocher is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.7°F in Maquon. Prairie du Rocher receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 37.6" in Maquon.