Bement, IL vs Dawson, IL

Bement, IL and Dawson, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Bement scores 63 while Dawson scores 64 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 Bement is $772/month compared to $805/month in Dawson — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bement has cheaper rent, Dawson actually has lower median home values ($97,500 vs $101,200).

Median household income in Bement is $79,583 compared to $82,880 in Dawson (-4%). While Dawson is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bement spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, less than the 11.7% in Dawson.