Gilman, IL vs Tuscola, IL

Gilman is moderately more affordable than Tuscola, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Gilman scores 64 compared to 71 for Tuscola, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tuscola can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilman is $702/month compared to $837/month in Tuscola — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gilman is more affordable at $108,900 median vs $148,100.

Median household income in Gilman is $65,729 compared to $77,034 in Tuscola (-14.7%). While Tuscola is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilman spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, less than the 13% in Tuscola.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.3°F vs 52.5°F). Gilman receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 37" in Tuscola.