Davis Junction, IL vs Spaulding, IL

Davis Junction, IL and Spaulding, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.1% difference in their overall index. Davis Junction scores 70 while Spaulding scores 70 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 Davis Junction is $735/month compared to $692/month in Spaulding — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Spaulding has cheaper rent, Davis Junction actually has lower median home values ($198,200 vs $212,500).

Median household income in Davis Junction is $103,615 compared to $104,205 in Spaulding (-0.6%). While Spaulding 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, more than the 8% in Spaulding.