Hainesville, IL vs North Utica, IL

Hainesville, IL and North Utica, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.5% difference in their overall index. Hainesville scores 91 while North Utica scores 89 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 Hainesville is $1,219/month compared to $1,239/month in North Utica — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hainesville has cheaper rent, North Utica actually has lower median home values ($212,000 vs $218,500).

Median household income in Hainesville is $126,125 compared to $99,722 in North Utica (+26.5%). While Hainesville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hainesville spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, less than the 14.9% in North Utica.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.3°F vs 47.8°F). North Utica receives more rainfall at 37.4" per year compared to 35.3" in Hainesville.