South Pekin, IL vs Table Grove, IL

South Pekin, IL and Table Grove, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. South Pekin scores 62 while Table Grove scores 64 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 South Pekin is $741/month compared to $791/month in Table Grove — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Pekin has cheaper rent, Table Grove actually has lower median home values ($72,300 vs $106,000).

Median household income in South Pekin is $64,750 compared to $52,083 in Table Grove (+24.3%). South Pekin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of South Pekin spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 18.2% in Table Grove.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 52.7°F). Table Grove receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.6" in South Pekin.