Chatsworth, IL vs Johnston City, IL

Chatsworth is moderately more affordable than Johnston City, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Chatsworth scores 61 compared to 66 for Johnston City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Johnston City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chatsworth is $684/month compared to $830/month in Johnston City — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chatsworth has cheaper rent, Johnston City actually has lower median home values ($84,500 vs $103,000).

Median household income in Chatsworth is $61,731 compared to $46,629 in Johnston City (+32.4%). Chatsworth offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chatsworth spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.4% in Johnston City.