What are the schools like in North Pekin, IL?

North Pekin is served primarily by Tazewell-Mason Cntys Sp Ed Assoc. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in North Pekin?

The median household income in North Pekin, IL is $76,076 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in North Pekin, IL?

North Pekin has an average high temperature of 33.6°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.2 inches.

North Pekin, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is North Pekin, IL affordable or expensive?

North Pekin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Pekin is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $114,400 and the median rent is $1,075 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Pekin, IL?

North Pekin has a violent crime rate of 140.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2731.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Pekin, IL a Good Place to Live?

North Pekin is a small town of 1,622 in Illinois, with a median household income of $76,076 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: North Pekin stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether North Pekin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Pekin city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.6

North Pekin's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Pekin costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Pekin, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$114,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,075	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$76,076	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

North Pekin's violent crime rate is 140.1 per 100,000 residents — 63% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

140.1 /100k

Property Crime

2731.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

North Pekin is served primarily by Tazewell-Mason Cntys Sp Ed Assoc.

Metric	North Pekin, IL	National Avg
School District	Tazewell-Mason Cntys Sp Ed Assoc	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Pekin sees average highs of 33.6°F in January and 86.3°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 26.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Pekin, IL
Average High — January	33.6°F
Average High — July	86.3°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	26.2"

Demographics

Metric	North Pekin, IL	National Avg
Population	1,622	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.9%	18.9%
Asian	2.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.9%	22.2%
65 and over	15.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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North Pekin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Pekin, IL affordable or expensive?

North Pekin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Pekin roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $114,400 and median rent is $1,075/month.

What is the crime rate in North Pekin, IL?

North Pekin's violent crime rate is 140.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2731.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Pekin?

Public schools in North Pekin are operated by Tazewell-Mason Cntys Sp Ed Assoc. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 19.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Pekin, IL a good place to live?

North Pekin, IL has a population of 1,622, a median household income of $76,076, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in North Pekin?

North Pekin averages 33.6°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 26.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North Pekin?

The population of North Pekin, Illinois is 1,622 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Pekin?

Key numbers for living in North Pekin: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $114,400, median household income $76,076, crime index 74 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Pekin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.