Exeter, IL vs Sauget, IL

Sauget is moderately more affordable than Exeter, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Exeter scores 62 compared to 58 for Sauget, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Exeter can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Exeter is $683/month compared to $676/month in Sauget — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sauget is more affordable at $53,300 median vs $90,000.

Median household income in Exeter is $57,143 compared to $60,469 in Sauget (-5.5%). Sauget offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Exeter spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Sauget.

Climate-wise, Sauget is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 53°F in Exeter. Sauget receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 36.4" in Exeter.