Eureka, IL vs Washington Park, IL

Eureka, IL and Washington Park, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Eureka scores 64 while Washington Park 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 Eureka is $680/month compared to $875/month in Washington Park — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Eureka has cheaper rent, Washington Park actually has lower median home values ($43,200 vs $154,600).

Median household income in Eureka is $55,172 compared to $42,008 in Washington Park (+31.3%). While Eureka is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eureka spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, less than the 25% in Washington Park.

Climate-wise, Washington Park is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 52.7°F in Eureka. Washington Park receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 37.6" in Eureka.