Galena, IL vs Rockton, IL

Galena, IL and Rockton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Galena scores 73 while Rockton scores 76 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Galena is $773/month compared to $864/month in Rockton — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Galena is more affordable at $199,700 median vs $222,100.

Median household income in Galena is $55,765 compared to $109,333 in Rockton (-49%). While Rockton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Galena spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, more than the 9.5% in Rockton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 49.4°F). Galena receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 37.2" in Rockton.