Brighton, IL vs Odell, IL

Brighton, IL and Odell, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Brighton scores 72 while Odell scores 74 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 Brighton is $955/month compared to $993/month in Odell — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Brighton is more affordable at $123,000 median vs $130,400.

Median household income in Brighton is $74,327 compared to $77,212 in Odell (-3.7%). While Odell is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brighton spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 15.4% in Odell.