Garrett, IL vs Vergennes, IL

Garrett is moderately more affordable than Vergennes, with a 10.1% lower cost of living index. Garrett scores 63 compared to 70 for Vergennes, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Vergennes 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 $950/month in Vergennes — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Garrett has cheaper rent, Vergennes actually has lower median home values ($92,000 vs $95,000).

Median household income in Garrett is $68,214 compared to $48,594 in Vergennes (+40.4%). Garrett offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Garrett spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, less than the 23.5% in Vergennes.

Climate-wise, Vergennes is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 51.1°F in Garrett. Vergennes receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 39.6" in Garrett.