Owaneco, IL vs Pecatonica, IL

Owaneco is moderately more affordable than Pecatonica, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Owaneco scores 67 compared to 76 for Pecatonica, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pecatonica can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Owaneco is $835/month compared to $1,089/month in Pecatonica — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Owaneco is more affordable at $96,300 median vs $134,900.

Median household income in Owaneco is $66,875 compared to $71,500 in Pecatonica (-6.5%). The higher salaries in Pecatonica partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Owaneco spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in Pecatonica.

Climate-wise, Owaneco is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 49.4°F in Pecatonica. Pecatonica receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 36.4" in Owaneco.