Mazon, IL vs West Peoria, IL

West Peoria is moderately more affordable than Mazon, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Mazon scores 81 compared to 74 for West Peoria, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mazon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mazon is $940/month compared to $1,180/month in West Peoria — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mazon has cheaper rent, West Peoria actually has lower median home values ($92,500 vs $203,100).

Median household income in Mazon is $76,458 compared to $57,450 in West Peoria (+33.1%). While Mazon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mazon spend roughly 14.8% 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 Mazon. West Peoria receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 33.8" in Mazon.