Pawnee, IL vs South Beloit, IL

Pawnee, IL and South Beloit, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Pawnee scores 70 while South Beloit scores 73 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Pawnee is $852/month compared to $925/month in South Beloit — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pawnee is more affordable at $151,100 median vs $160,800.

Median household income in Pawnee is $77,977 compared to $81,836 in South Beloit (-4.7%). While South Beloit is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Pawnee spend roughly 13.1% of their income on rent, less than the 13.6% in South Beloit.

Climate-wise, Pawnee is notably warmer with an average of 54°F compared to 49.4°F in South Beloit. Pawnee receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.2" in South Beloit.