Abingdon, IL vs New Milford, IL

Abingdon, IL and New Milford, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Abingdon scores 63 while New Milford scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Abingdon is $723/month compared to $750/month in New Milford — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Abingdon is more affordable at $88,900 median vs $130,200.

Median household income in Abingdon is $56,414 compared to $73,125 in New Milford (-22.9%). While New Milford 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 12.3% in New Milford.