Atwood, IL vs Savanna, IL

Atwood, IL and Savanna, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Atwood scores 64 while Savanna scores 63 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 Atwood is $743/month compared to $777/month in Savanna — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Atwood has cheaper rent, Savanna actually has lower median home values ($75,000 vs $119,500).

Median household income in Atwood is $58,875 compared to $46,094 in Savanna (+27.7%). While Atwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Atwood spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, less than the 20.2% in Savanna.