Ewing, IL vs Illiopolis, IL

Ewing, IL and Illiopolis, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Ewing scores 63 while Illiopolis scores 60 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 Ewing is $760/month compared to $675/month in Illiopolis — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Illiopolis has cheaper rent, Ewing actually has lower median home values ($72,800 vs $96,500).

Median household income in Ewing is $70,455 compared to $74,219 in Illiopolis (-5.1%). Illiopolis offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ewing spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, more than the 10.9% in Illiopolis.

Climate-wise, Ewing is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 53.1°F in Illiopolis. Ewing receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 36.4" in Illiopolis.