Bethalto, IL vs Havana, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Havana is 15.5% cheaper than Bethalto. With a cost index of 63 vs 73, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Havana to Bethalto should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bethalto is $879/month compared to $716/month in Havana — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Havana is more affordable at $95,200 median vs $158,600.

Median household income in Bethalto is $66,469 compared to $55,428 in Havana (+19.9%). While Bethalto is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bethalto spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Havana.