Bunker Hill, IL vs Oregon, IL

Bunker Hill, IL and Oregon, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.6% difference in their overall index. Bunker Hill scores 72 while Oregon scores 70 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 Bunker Hill is $925/month compared to $835/month in Oregon — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oregon has cheaper rent, Bunker Hill actually has lower median home values ($133,700 vs $140,100).

Median household income in Bunker Hill is $72,893 compared to $69,632 in Oregon (+4.7%). While Bunker Hill is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bunker Hill spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14.4% in Oregon.