Gladstone, IL vs Lenzburg, IL

Gladstone is moderately more affordable than Lenzburg, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Gladstone scores 53 compared to 60 for Lenzburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lenzburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gladstone is $493/month compared to $645/month in Lenzburg — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gladstone is more affordable at $56,800 median vs $92,500.

Median household income in Gladstone is $42,500 compared to $44,722 in Lenzburg (-5%). Lenzburg 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 Gladstone spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17.3% in Lenzburg.

Climate-wise, Lenzburg is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 51.9°F in Gladstone. Lenzburg receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 37.9" in Gladstone.