Atlanta, IL vs Tampico, IL

Atlanta, IL and Tampico, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Atlanta scores 67 while Tampico scores 65 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 Atlanta is $823/month compared to $893/month in Tampico — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Atlanta has cheaper rent, Tampico actually has lower median home values ($87,700 vs $123,400).

Median household income in Atlanta is $64,091 compared to $58,281 in Tampico (+10%). While Atlanta is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Atlanta spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.4% in Tampico.