Benton, IL vs Tilton, IL

Benton, IL and Tilton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Benton scores 64 while Tilton scores 65 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 Benton is $776/month compared to $853/month in Tilton — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Benton has cheaper rent, Tilton actually has lower median home values ($71,700 vs $85,100).

Median household income in Benton is $51,349 compared to $53,246 in Tilton (-3.6%). While Tilton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Benton spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, less than the 19.2% in Tilton.