Fillmore, IL vs Springerton, IL

Fillmore is moderately more affordable than Springerton, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Fillmore scores 58 compared to 64 for Springerton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Springerton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fillmore is $613/month compared to $875/month in Springerton — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fillmore has cheaper rent, Springerton actually has lower median home values ($52,500 vs $64,700).

Median household income in Fillmore is $47,375 compared to $36,250 in Springerton (+30.7%). Fillmore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fillmore spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, less than the 29% in Springerton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (57.7°F vs 57.2°F). Springerton receives more rainfall at 47.9" per year compared to 43.4" in Fillmore.