Eureka, IL vs Mount Vernon, IL

Eureka is moderately more affordable than Mount Vernon, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Eureka scores 64 compared to 68 for Mount Vernon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mount Vernon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eureka is $680/month compared to $893/month in Mount Vernon — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Eureka has cheaper rent, Mount Vernon actually has lower median home values ($89,700 vs $154,600).

Median household income in Eureka is $55,172 compared to $52,751 in Mount Vernon (+4.6%). Eureka offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eureka spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Mount Vernon.

Climate-wise, Mount Vernon is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 52.7°F in Eureka. Mount Vernon receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 37.6" in Eureka.