Fairview Heights, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Fairview Heights, IL and Wilmington, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.2% difference in their overall index. Fairview Heights scores 83 while Wilmington scores 81 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 Fairview Heights is $1,177/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilmington has cheaper rent, Fairview Heights actually has lower median home values ($166,800 vs $216,400).

Median household income in Fairview Heights is $77,960 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (+22.7%). While Fairview Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairview Heights spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Fairview Heights is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Fairview Heights receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.