Albion, IL vs Tilden, IL

Albion, IL and Tilden, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Albion scores 66 while Tilden scores 64 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 $821/month in Tilden — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Albion has cheaper rent, Tilden actually has lower median home values ($72,300 vs $93,000).

Median household income in Albion is $56,172 compared to $45,625 in Tilden (+23.1%). While Albion 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, less than the 21.6% in Tilden.