Albion, IL vs Vandalia, IL

Albion, IL and Vandalia, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Albion scores 66 while Vandalia scores 63 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 $738/month in Vandalia — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Vandalia is more affordable at $88,800 median vs $93,000.

Median household income in Albion is $56,172 compared to $43,184 in Vandalia (+30.1%). 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 20.5% in Vandalia.