Dunlap, IL vs Staunton, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Staunton is 21% cheaper than Dunlap. With a cost index of 69 vs 84, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Staunton to Dunlap should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dunlap is $964/month compared to $805/month in Staunton — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Staunton is more affordable at $139,500 median vs $283,800.

Median household income in Dunlap is $137,240 compared to $65,435 in Staunton (+109.7%). While Dunlap is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dunlap spend roughly 8.4% of their income on rent, less than the 14.8% in Staunton.