Fulton, IL vs New Milford, IL

New Milford is moderately more affordable than Fulton, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Fulton scores 73 compared to 65 for New Milford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fulton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fulton is $956/month compared to $750/month in New Milford — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Milford has cheaper rent, Fulton actually has lower median home values ($124,400 vs $130,200).

Median household income in Fulton is $42,452 compared to $73,125 in New Milford (-41.9%). New Milford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fulton spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in New Milford.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.9°F vs 49.4°F). New Milford receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 36.2" in Fulton.