Allendale, IL vs Philo, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Allendale is 25.3% cheaper than Philo. With a cost index of 60 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Allendale to Philo should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Allendale is $642/month compared to $1,063/month in Philo — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Allendale is more affordable at $83,500 median vs $198,100.

Median household income in Allendale is $70,500 compared to $103,438 in Philo (-31.8%). While Philo 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 12.3% in Philo.