Auburn, IL vs Virginia, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Virginia is 16.1% cheaper than Auburn. With a cost index of 61 vs 71, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Virginia to Auburn should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $911/month compared to $663/month in Virginia — a 37% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Virginia is more affordable at $93,500 median vs $145,400.

Median household income in Auburn is $79,475 compared to $51,818 in Virginia (+53.4%). While Auburn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 15.4% in Virginia.