Francisco, IN vs Roanoke, IN

Roanoke is moderately more affordable than Francisco, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Francisco scores 73 compared to 69 for Roanoke, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Francisco can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Francisco is $1,059/month compared to $790/month in Roanoke — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Roanoke has cheaper rent, Francisco actually has lower median home values ($103,800 vs $168,600).

Median household income in Francisco is $62,460 compared to $72,880 in Roanoke (-14.3%). Roanoke offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Francisco spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Roanoke.