Gladstone, IL vs Plymouth, IL

Gladstone is moderately more affordable than Plymouth, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Gladstone scores 53 compared to 62 for Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plymouth 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 $796/month in Plymouth — a 38% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gladstone has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($55,500 vs $56,800).

Median household income in Gladstone is $42,500 compared to $39,750 in Plymouth (+6.9%). Gladstone offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gladstone spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 53°F). Gladstone receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 36.4" in Plymouth.