Byron, IL vs Cambria, IL

Byron, IL and Cambria, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Byron scores 77 while Cambria scores 75 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 Byron is $941/month compared to $973/month in Cambria — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Byron has cheaper rent, Cambria actually has lower median home values ($140,100 vs $182,600).

Median household income in Byron is $78,235 compared to $51,042 in Cambria (+53.3%). While Byron is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Byron spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Cambria.