East Dubuque, IL vs Sigel, IL

Sigel is moderately more affordable than East Dubuque, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. East Dubuque scores 73 compared to 67 for Sigel, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of East Dubuque can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in East Dubuque is $909/month compared to $663/month in Sigel — a 37% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sigel has cheaper rent, East Dubuque actually has lower median home values ($146,800 vs $161,500).

Median household income in East Dubuque is $62,313 compared to $84,861 in Sigel (-26.6%). Sigel offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of East Dubuque spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 9.4% in Sigel.