Hainesville, IL vs Manhattan, IL

Hainesville is moderately more affordable than Manhattan, with a 8% lower cost of living index. Hainesville scores 91 compared to 99 for Manhattan, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Manhattan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hainesville is $1,219/month compared to $1,220/month in Manhattan — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hainesville is more affordable at $218,500 median vs $314,400.

Median household income in Hainesville is $126,125 compared to $128,375 in Manhattan (-1.8%). Manhattan does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hainesville spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Manhattan.

Climate-wise, Manhattan is notably warmer with an average of 52.1°F compared to 48.3°F in Hainesville. Hainesville receives more rainfall at 35.3" per year compared to 34.4" in Manhattan.