Greenville, IL vs Petersburg, IL

Greenville, IL and Petersburg, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.8% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 65 while Petersburg scores 66 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 Greenville is $724/month compared to $665/month in Petersburg — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Petersburg has cheaper rent, Greenville actually has lower median home values ($119,800 vs $174,800).

Median household income in Greenville is $52,727 compared to $59,850 in Petersburg (-11.9%). While Petersburg is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.3% in Petersburg.

Climate-wise, Greenville is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 54°F in Petersburg. Greenville receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 38" in Petersburg.