Gardner, IL vs Oregon, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Oregon is 16.4% cheaper than Gardner. With a cost index of 70 vs 82, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Oregon to Gardner should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Gardner is $1,024/month compared to $835/month in Oregon — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oregon is more affordable at $140,100 median vs $183,300.

Median household income in Gardner is $82,125 compared to $69,632 in Oregon (+17.9%). While Gardner is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gardner spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, more than the 14.4% in Oregon.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.4°F vs 49.4°F). Oregon receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 33.8" in Gardner.