Abingdon, IL vs Newark, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Abingdon is 27% cheaper than Newark. With a cost index of 63 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Abingdon to Newark should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Abingdon is $723/month compared to $1,018/month in Newark — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Abingdon is more affordable at $88,900 median vs $234,800.

Median household income in Abingdon is $56,414 compared to $129,688 in Newark (-56.5%). While Newark 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 9.4% in Newark.