New Pekin, IN vs Sulphur Springs, IN

New Pekin is moderately more affordable than Sulphur Springs, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. New Pekin scores 68 compared to 74 for Sulphur Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sulphur Springs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in New Pekin is $837/month compared to $983/month in Sulphur Springs — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Pekin is more affordable at $116,000 median vs $133,700.

Median household income in New Pekin is $50,500 compared to $53,750 in Sulphur Springs (-6%). The higher salaries in Sulphur Springs partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of New Pekin spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, less than the 21.9% in Sulphur Springs.