Arenzville, IL vs Mansfield, IL

Arenzville is moderately more affordable than Mansfield, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Arenzville scores 68 compared to 75 for Mansfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mansfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arenzville is $825/month compared to $1,057/month in Mansfield — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Arenzville is more affordable at $109,900 median vs $133,600.

Median household income in Arenzville is $82,188 compared to $72,500 in Mansfield (+13.4%). Arenzville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Arenzville spend roughly 12% of their income on rent, less than the 17.5% in Mansfield.