Elmwood, IL vs Tiskilwa, IL

Elmwood, IL and Tiskilwa, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Elmwood scores 66 while Tiskilwa scores 63 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 Elmwood is $761/month compared to $739/month in Tiskilwa — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tiskilwa is more affordable at $88,300 median vs $144,600.

Median household income in Elmwood is $87,644 compared to $60,750 in Tiskilwa (+44.3%). While Elmwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Elmwood spend roughly 10.4% of their income on rent, less than the 14.6% in Tiskilwa.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 52.7°F). Tiskilwa receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.6" in Elmwood.