Bement, IL vs South Wilmington, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Bement is 25.7% cheaper than South Wilmington. With a cost index of 63 vs 85, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Bement to South Wilmington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bement is $772/month compared to $1,188/month in South Wilmington — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bement is more affordable at $101,200 median vs $164,900.

Median household income in Bement is $79,583 compared to $86,563 in South Wilmington (-8.1%). South Wilmington does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Bement spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in South Wilmington.