Atwood, IL vs Galena, IL

Atwood is moderately more affordable than Galena, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Atwood scores 64 compared to 73 for Galena, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Galena can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Atwood is $743/month compared to $773/month in Galena — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Atwood is more affordable at $119,500 median vs $199,700.

Median household income in Atwood is $58,875 compared to $55,765 in Galena (+5.6%). Atwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Atwood spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16.6% in Galena.