Pekin, IL vs Roscoe, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Pekin is 28.1% cheaper than Roscoe. With a cost index of 65 vs 90, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Pekin to Roscoe should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Pekin is $792/month compared to $1,349/month in Roscoe — a 41% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pekin is more affordable at $118,200 median vs $215,200.

Median household income in Pekin is $58,355 compared to $97,704 in Roscoe (-40.3%). While Roscoe is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Pekin spend roughly 16.3% of their income on rent, less than the 16.6% in Roscoe.

Climate-wise, Pekin is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Roscoe. Pekin receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.2" in Roscoe.