Galena, IL vs Windsor, IL

Windsor is moderately more affordable than Galena, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Galena scores 73 compared to 64 for Windsor, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Galena can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Galena is $773/month compared to $738/month in Windsor — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Windsor is more affordable at $97,200 median vs $199,700.

Median household income in Galena is $55,765 compared to $55,455 in Windsor (+0.6%). Galena does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Galena spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Windsor.

Climate-wise, Windsor is notably warmer with an average of 53.4°F compared to 47.2°F in Galena. Galena receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 36" in Windsor.