Dahlgren, IL vs Sibley, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Dahlgren is 15.2% cheaper than Sibley. With a cost index of 64 vs 75, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Dahlgren to Sibley should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dahlgren is $814/month compared to $1,208/month in Sibley — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dahlgren is more affordable at $68,800 median vs $85,000.

Median household income in Dahlgren is $47,500 compared to $54,583 in Sibley (-13%). The higher salaries in Sibley partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dahlgren spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, less than the 26.6% in Sibley.