Godfrey, IL vs Normal, IL

Godfrey, IL and Normal, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.7% difference in their overall index. Godfrey scores 82 while Normal scores 78 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Godfrey is $1,111/month compared to $974/month in Normal — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Normal has cheaper rent, Godfrey actually has lower median home values ($181,400 vs $199,900).

Median household income in Godfrey is $92,746 compared to $66,350 in Normal (+39.8%). While Godfrey is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Godfrey spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, less than the 17.6% in Normal.

Climate-wise, Godfrey is notably warmer with an average of 56.1°F compared to 52.7°F in Normal. Godfrey receives more rainfall at 39.4" per year compared to 37.6" in Normal.