Edgington, IL vs Okawville, IL

Edgington, IL and Okawville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Edgington scores 70 while Okawville scores 69 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 Edgington is $773/month compared to $736/month in Okawville — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Okawville is more affordable at $161,400 median vs $187,500.

Median household income in Edgington is $97,594 compared to $84,881 in Okawville (+15%). While Edgington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Edgington spend roughly 9.5% of their income on rent, less than the 10.4% in Okawville.

Climate-wise, Okawville is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 51.2°F in Edgington. Okawville receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 38.3" in Edgington.