Greenville, IL vs Tilton, IL

Greenville, IL and Tilton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 65 while Tilton scores 65 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 $853/month in Tilton — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenville has cheaper rent, Tilton actually has lower median home values ($71,700 vs $119,800).

Median household income in Greenville is $52,727 compared to $53,246 in Tilton (-1%). While Tilton 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, less than the 19.2% in Tilton.

Climate-wise, Greenville is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.3°F in Tilton. Greenville receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 40.4" in Tilton.