Cambridge, IL vs Niantic, IL

Cambridge, IL and Niantic, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Cambridge scores 73 while Niantic 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 Cambridge is $1,039/month compared to $1,000/month in Niantic — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Niantic is more affordable at $111,700 median vs $120,400.

Median household income in Cambridge is $72,292 compared to $64,009 in Niantic (+12.9%). While Cambridge is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cambridge spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Niantic.