Athens, IL vs Dalzell, IL

Athens is moderately more affordable than Dalzell, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Athens scores 72 compared to 76 for Dalzell, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dalzell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Athens is $893/month compared to $970/month in Dalzell — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Athens has cheaper rent, Dalzell actually has lower median home values ($159,400 vs $164,200).

Median household income in Athens is $85,000 compared to $74,625 in Dalzell (+13.9%). Athens offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Athens spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Dalzell.