Bement, IL vs Dix, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Dix is 15% cheaper than Bement. With a cost index of 55 vs 63, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Dix to Bement should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bement is $772/month compared to $459/month in Dix — a 68% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dix is more affordable at $93,000 median vs $101,200.

Median household income in Bement is $79,583 compared to $28,750 in Dix (+176.8%). While Bement 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 19.2% in Dix.