Du Quoin, IL vs Hampton, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Du Quoin is 20.5% cheaper than Hampton. With a cost index of 61 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Du Quoin to Hampton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Du Quoin is $702/month compared to $1,018/month in Hampton — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Du Quoin is more affordable at $78,000 median vs $182,800.

Median household income in Du Quoin is $47,632 compared to $86,679 in Hampton (-45%). While Hampton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Du Quoin spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.1% in Hampton.