Marion, IL vs Peoria Heights, IL

Peoria Heights is moderately more affordable than Marion, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Marion scores 72 compared to 69 for Peoria Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Marion can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Marion is $878/month compared to $921/month in Peoria Heights — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marion has cheaper rent, Peoria Heights actually has lower median home values ($118,000 vs $145,300).

Median household income in Marion is $57,281 compared to $62,083 in Peoria Heights (-7.7%). Peoria Heights offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Marion spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Peoria Heights.

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