Charleston, IL vs Moline, IL

Charleston, IL and Moline, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Charleston scores 69 while Moline 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 Charleston is $819/month compared to $887/month in Moline — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Charleston is more affordable at $133,700 median vs $141,900.

Median household income in Charleston is $49,057 compared to $63,959 in Moline (-23.3%). While Moline is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Charleston spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Moline.