Andover, IL vs Cambria, IL

Andover is moderately more affordable than Cambria, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Andover scores 70 compared to 75 for Cambria, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cambria can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Andover is $906/month compared to $973/month in Cambria — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Andover is more affordable at $139,600 median vs $140,100.

Median household income in Andover is $68,281 compared to $51,042 in Cambria (+33.8%). Andover offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Andover spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Cambria.