Avon, IL vs New Minden, IL

Avon is moderately more affordable than New Minden, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Avon scores 61 compared to 66 for New Minden, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Minden can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Avon is $750/month compared to $775/month in New Minden — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Avon is more affordable at $60,000 median vs $107,100.

Median household income in Avon is $45,500 compared to $83,750 in New Minden (-45.7%). While New Minden is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Avon spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in New Minden.