Chillicothe, IL vs Godfrey, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Chillicothe is 19.5% cheaper than Godfrey. With a cost index of 66 vs 82, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Chillicothe to Godfrey should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chillicothe is $798/month compared to $1,111/month in Godfrey — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chillicothe is more affordable at $128,500 median vs $181,400.

Median household income in Chillicothe is $62,108 compared to $92,746 in Godfrey (-33%). While Godfrey is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chillicothe spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 14.4% in Godfrey.