Abingdon, IL vs Rochelle, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Abingdon is 19% cheaper than Rochelle. With a cost index of 63 vs 78, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Abingdon to Rochelle should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Abingdon is $723/month compared to $962/month in Rochelle — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Abingdon is more affordable at $88,900 median vs $153,000.

Median household income in Abingdon is $56,414 compared to $63,373 in Rochelle (-11%). The higher salaries in Rochelle partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Abingdon spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.2% in Rochelle.