Greenfield, IL vs South Jacksonville, IL

Greenfield, IL and South Jacksonville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Greenfield scores 67 while South Jacksonville scores 64 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 Greenfield is $833/month compared to $631/month in South Jacksonville — a 32% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Jacksonville has cheaper rent, Greenfield actually has lower median home values ($97,600 vs $137,100).

Median household income in Greenfield is $70,469 compared to $53,438 in South Jacksonville (+31.9%). While Greenfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenfield spend roughly 14.2% of their income on rent, less than the 14.2% in South Jacksonville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.1°F vs 54°F). Greenfield receives more rainfall at 39.4" per year compared to 38" in South Jacksonville.