Cherry Valley, IL vs Kingston, IL

Cherry Valley, IL and Kingston, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Cherry Valley scores 76 while Kingston scores 79 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 Cherry Valley is $871/month compared to $844/month in Kingston — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kingston is more affordable at $212,300 median vs $222,400.

Median household income in Cherry Valley is $74,766 compared to $81,806 in Kingston (-8.6%). While Kingston is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cherry Valley spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, more than the 12.4% in Kingston.