Garrett, IL vs Kampsville, IL

Kampsville is moderately more affordable than Garrett, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Garrett scores 63 compared to 57 for Kampsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Garrett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Garrett is $770/month compared to $550/month in Kampsville — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kampsville is more affordable at $82,900 median vs $95,000.

Median household income in Garrett is $68,214 compared to $60,625 in Kampsville (+12.5%). While Garrett is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Garrett spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, more than the 10.9% in Kampsville.

Climate-wise, Kampsville is notably warmer with an average of 56.1°F compared to 51.1°F in Garrett. Garrett receives more rainfall at 39.6" per year compared to 39.4" in Kampsville.