Abingdon, IL vs Kingston, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Abingdon is 20.3% cheaper than Kingston. With a cost index of 63 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Abingdon to Kingston should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Abingdon is $723/month compared to $844/month in Kingston — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Abingdon is more affordable at $88,900 median vs $212,300.

Median household income in Abingdon is $56,414 compared to $81,806 in Kingston (-31%). While Kingston is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Abingdon spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.4% in Kingston.