Grandview, IL vs Havana, IL

Havana is moderately more affordable than Grandview, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Grandview scores 68 compared to 63 for Havana, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Grandview can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Grandview is $987/month compared to $716/month in Havana — a 38% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Havana has cheaper rent, Grandview actually has lower median home values ($72,900 vs $95,200).

Median household income in Grandview is $48,906 compared to $55,428 in Havana (-11.8%). Havana offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Grandview spend roughly 24.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Havana.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 52.7°F). Grandview receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.6" in Havana.