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Pekin, IL vs Richmond, KY

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Are people in Richmond older or younger than people in Pekin?
- The Median Age in Richmond is 15.2 years younger than in Pekin.

Are housing costs cheaper in Richmond or Pekin?
- Richmond housing costs are 139.0% more expensive than Pekin housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Richmond or Pekin?
- The average commute for residents of Richmond is 1.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Pekin.

Things to do in Pekin?
Pekin IL is situated southeast Bloomington on Illinois River full of family friendly fun like bowling at Tazewell Lanes Plus an array of historical sites such as ChiefShinopen Park making it a great spot to learn about Pekin’s past.

Things to do in Richmond?
Richmond, Kentucky is located in Madison County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Central Park plus stores like Richmond Centre and dining spots near Benjamin's Cafe.

 Pekin, ILRichmond, KYUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,662329,725,481
 Median Income$50,838  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock26.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$104,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.98  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Pekin    3 Reviews

My review is a question to residents of Marshaltown, Iowa. Recent talk is that Pekin, Illinois is getting a Swift Pork processing plant. The residents are restless and  More

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Over 16 years ago

I have traveled and lived all over the world. Pekin rates about in the middle of the places I have lived. Small town atmosphere with some bigger city facilities. The  More

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There is not a whole lot to do unless you want to eat at every fast-food restaurant there is. They do have a very nice public park with volleyball and tennis courts  More

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Reviews for Richmond    4 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

Keep this between us... Richmond is a hidden gem. A small university town close to a large city (Lexington is 30 minutes away) and less than two hour from very large  More

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For a smallish town, Richmond offers a convenient location and great small restaurants. Fortunately it is also wedged between Lexington and little Berea, both with more  More

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Over 16 years ago

Major university town of small size (30,000), and conveniently located 30 miles from Lexington,  More

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