Franklin Grove, IL vs Knoxville, IL

Knoxville is moderately more affordable than Franklin Grove, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Franklin Grove scores 71 compared to 66 for Knoxville, 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 $675/month in Knoxville — a 26% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Knoxville has cheaper rent, Franklin Grove actually has lower median home values ($136,800 vs $139,900).

Median household income in Franklin Grove is $60,833 compared to $80,385 in Knoxville (-24.3%). Knoxville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Franklin Grove spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in Knoxville.

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