Brownstown, IL vs Thawville, IL

Brownstown, IL and Thawville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.5% difference in their overall index. Brownstown scores 65 while Thawville scores 62 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 Brownstown is $817/month compared to $753/month in Thawville — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Thawville has cheaper rent, Brownstown actually has lower median home values ($75,000 vs $87,500).

Median household income in Brownstown is $59,688 compared to $41,667 in Thawville (+43.3%). While Brownstown is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brownstown spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in Thawville.