Byron, IL vs Divernon, IL

Divernon is moderately more affordable than Byron, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Byron scores 77 compared to 67 for Divernon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Byron can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Byron is $941/month compared to $839/month in Divernon — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Divernon is more affordable at $123,900 median vs $182,600.

Median household income in Byron is $78,235 compared to $72,936 in Divernon (+7.3%). The higher salaries in Byron partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Byron spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Divernon.