Davis Junction, IL vs Kansas, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Kansas is 15% cheaper than Davis Junction. With a cost index of 61 vs 70, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Kansas to Davis Junction should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Davis Junction is $735/month compared to $723/month in Kansas — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kansas is more affordable at $66,300 median vs $198,200.

Median household income in Davis Junction is $103,615 compared to $65,515 in Kansas (+58.2%). While Davis Junction is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Davis Junction spend roughly 8.5% of their income on rent, less than the 13.2% in Kansas.