Fithian, IL vs Roxana, IL

Roxana is moderately more affordable than Fithian, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Fithian scores 74 compared to 70 for Roxana, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fithian can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fithian is $1,031/month compared to $949/month in Roxana — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Roxana is more affordable at $101,800 median vs $114,000.

Median household income in Fithian is $77,292 compared to $66,125 in Roxana (+16.9%). While Fithian is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fithian spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, less than the 17.2% in Roxana.

Climate-wise, Roxana is notably warmer with an average of 57.4°F compared to 52.3°F in Fithian. Roxana receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 40.4" in Fithian.