Franklin, IL vs Manito, IL

Manito is moderately more affordable than Franklin, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Franklin scores 69 compared to 64 for Manito, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Franklin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Franklin is $915/month compared to $757/month in Manito — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Manito has cheaper rent, Franklin actually has lower median home values ($103,300 vs $117,500).

Median household income in Franklin is $66,250 compared to $67,772 in Manito (-2.2%). Manito 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 spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Manito.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 52.7°F). Franklin receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.6" in Manito.