Arcola, IL vs Orangeville, IL

Arcola, IL and Orangeville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Arcola scores 69 while Orangeville scores 66 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 Arcola is $819/month compared to $689/month in Orangeville — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Orangeville has cheaper rent, Arcola actually has lower median home values ($122,800 vs $135,600).

Median household income in Arcola is $85,697 compared to $70,833 in Orangeville (+21%). While Arcola is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Arcola spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 11.7% in Orangeville.