Annawan, IL vs Lena, IL

Annawan is moderately more affordable than Lena, with a 10.1% lower cost of living index. Annawan scores 59 compared to 66 for Lena, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lena can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Annawan is $550/month compared to $647/month in Lena — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Annawan is more affordable at $138,200 median vs $154,000.

Median household income in Annawan is $71,250 compared to $76,076 in Lena (-6.3%). The higher salaries in Lena partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Annawan spend roughly 9.3% of their income on rent, less than the 10.2% in Lena.