Beardstown, IL vs Cahokia Heights, IL

Beardstown is moderately more affordable than Cahokia Heights, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Beardstown scores 64 compared to 67 for Cahokia Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cahokia Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Beardstown is $769/month compared to $959/month in Cahokia Heights — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Beardstown has cheaper rent, Cahokia Heights actually has lower median home values ($56,900 vs $80,800).

Median household income in Beardstown is $58,765 compared to $37,975 in Cahokia Heights (+54.7%). Beardstown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Beardstown spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 30.3% in Cahokia Heights. The Beardstown ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.