Altona, IL vs Harristown, IL

Altona, IL and Harristown, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Altona scores 67 while Harristown scores 65 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 Altona is $944/month compared to $825/month in Harristown — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Harristown has cheaper rent, Altona actually has lower median home values ($89,200 vs $116,700).

Median household income in Altona is $67,125 compared to $74,018 in Harristown (-9.3%). Harristown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Altona spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Harristown.