McLeansboro, IL vs South Pekin, IL

McLeansboro is moderately more affordable than South Pekin, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. McLeansboro scores 56 compared to 62 for South Pekin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Pekin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McLeansboro is $548/month compared to $741/month in South Pekin — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: McLeansboro is more affordable at $72,200 median vs $106,000.

Median household income in McLeansboro is $46,589 compared to $64,750 in South Pekin (-28%). While South Pekin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of McLeansboro spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in South Pekin.

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