Allendale, IL vs Freeman Spur, IL

Allendale, IL and Freeman Spur, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Allendale scores 60 while Freeman Spur scores 57 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 Allendale is $642/month compared to $594/month in Freeman Spur — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Freeman Spur is more affordable at $66,900 median vs $83,500.

Median household income in Allendale is $70,500 compared to $35,000 in Freeman Spur (+101.4%). While Allendale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Allendale spend roughly 10.9% of their income on rent, less than the 20.4% in Freeman Spur.