Franklin Grove, IL vs Havana, IL

Havana is moderately more affordable than Franklin Grove, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Franklin Grove scores 71 compared to 63 for Havana, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Franklin Grove can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Franklin Grove is $850/month compared to $716/month in Havana — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Havana is more affordable at $95,200 median vs $136,800.

Median household income in Franklin Grove is $60,833 compared to $55,428 in Havana (+9.8%). The higher salaries in Franklin Grove partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Franklin Grove spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Havana.

Climate-wise, Havana is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 47.8°F in Franklin Grove. Havana receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.4" in Franklin Grove.