Camden, AL vs Wilton, AL

Camden, AL and Wilton, AL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.1% difference in their overall index. Camden scores 58 while Wilton scores 56 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 Camden is $567/month compared to $391/month in Wilton — a 45% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Camden actually has lower median home values ($110,100 vs $145,800).

Median household income in Camden is $38,864 compared to $54,000 in Wilton (-28%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Camden spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 8.7% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 64.4°F). Camden receives more rainfall at 56.9" per year compared to 56.2" in Wilton.