Albion, IL vs Mount Zion, IL

Albion, IL and Mount Zion, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.1% difference in their overall index. Albion scores 66 while Mount Zion scores 68 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 Albion is $808/month compared to $696/month in Mount Zion — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mount Zion has cheaper rent, Albion actually has lower median home values ($93,000 vs $200,300).

Median household income in Albion is $56,172 compared to $110,786 in Mount Zion (-49.3%). While Mount Zion is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Albion spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, more than the 7.5% in Mount Zion.