Pekin, Illinois vs. Rochester, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Indiana is 1.2% cheaper than Pekin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $49,403 in Rochester, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Pekin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Indiana is cheaper than Pekin, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
68% cheaper in Rochester
than in Pekin, Illinois
Pekin, IL vs. Rochester, IN
Compared to Pekin, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  5.0% lower
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower

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