Pekin, Illinois vs. Alamo, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alamo, Texas is 1.5% cheaper than Pekin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,271 in Alamo, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Pekin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alamo, Texas is cheaper than Pekin, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
57% cheaper in Alamo
than in Pekin, Illinois
Pekin, IL vs. Alamo, TX
Compared to Pekin, Alamo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% lower