Bluford, IL vs Vermilion, IL

Bluford is moderately more affordable than Vermilion, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Bluford scores 66 compared to 71 for Vermilion, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Vermilion can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bluford is $810/month compared to $1,075/month in Vermilion — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bluford has cheaper rent, Vermilion actually has lower median home values ($59,600 vs $92,200).

Median household income in Bluford is $58,500 compared to $46,250 in Vermilion (+26.5%). Bluford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bluford spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, less than the 27.9% in Vermilion.