Freeburg, IL vs Williamsville, IL

Williamsville is moderately more affordable than Freeburg, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Freeburg scores 85 compared to 79 for Williamsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Freeburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Freeburg is $1,064/month compared to $1,055/month in Williamsville — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Williamsville is more affordable at $187,000 median vs $231,900.

Median household income in Freeburg is $84,464 compared to $104,135 in Williamsville (-18.9%). Williamsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Freeburg spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, more than the 12.2% in Williamsville.

Climate-wise, Freeburg is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 54°F in Williamsville. Freeburg receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 38" in Williamsville.